Olympus SZ-11 vs Olympus SH-3

Lets look closer at the Olympus SZ-11 vs Olympus SH-3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are offered by Olympus. The resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the SH-3 (16MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-11 was introduced 5 years earlier than the SH-3 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SZ-11 scores against the SH-3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-11 and Olympus Stylus SH-3. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery and Olympus SH-3 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-11 comes with external dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Olympus SH-3 has dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SZ-11 vs Olympus SH-3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the SZ-11 against the SH-3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-11 and SH-3 is 89 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading specs. The photograph below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-11 and SH-3.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus SH-3 to offer extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The older SZ-11 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.