Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Olympus SH-3

Following is a in-depth review of the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Olympus SH-3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are created by Olympus. The image resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the SH-3 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was launched 5 years prior to the SH-3 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SH-3 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SP-810 UZ grades versus the SH-3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-810 UZ & Olympus Stylus SH-3. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery & Olympus SH-3 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-810 UZ has got outside dimensions of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Olympus SH-3 has proportions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Olympus SH-3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-810 UZ versus the SH-3.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-810 UZ and SH-3 is 78 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-810 UZ and SH-3.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Olympus SH-3 to give you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SP-810 UZ is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.