Olympus E-M5 vs Olympus SH-3

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus E-M5 versus Olympus SH-3, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-M5 (16MP) and the SH-3 (16MP) is very similar but the E-M5 (Four Thirds) and SH-3 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-M5 was revealed 4 years prior to the SH-3 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus SH-3 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the E-M5 grades against the SH-3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M5 and Olympus Stylus SH-3. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-M5 Gallery and Olympus SH-3 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M5 enjoys outside measurements of 122mm x 89mm x 43mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 425 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Olympus SH-3 has proportions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-M5 versus Olympus SH-3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the E-M5 and the SH-3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-M5 and SH-3 is 81 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The pic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M5 and SH-3.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact megapixels but not the same sensor sizes. The E-M5 features the larger sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult. The more aged E-M5 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.