Nikon S6300 vs Olympus SH-3

Below is a extensive assessment of the Nikon S6300 vs Olympus SH-3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the SH-3 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S6300 was revealed 5 years earlier than the SH-3 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S6300 matches up against the SH-3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6300 and Olympus Stylus SH-3. The full galleries are available at Nikon S6300 Gallery and Olympus SH-3 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S6300 comes with exterior dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Olympus SH-3 has sizing of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S6300 vs Olympus SH-3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the S6300 and the SH-3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S6300 and SH-3 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at specs. The visual below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S6300 and SH-3.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of images although you need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older S6300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.