Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus SH-3

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Olympus SZ-15 and Olympus SH-3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both produced by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the SH-3 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SZ-15 was introduced 3 years prior to the SH-3 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SZ-15 grades vs the SH-3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-15 & Olympus Stylus SH-3. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery & Olympus SH-3 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-15 provides external measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Olympus SH-3 has sizing of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-15 and Olympus SH-3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SZ-15 versus the SH-3.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-15 and SH-3 is 88 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-15 and SH-3.

Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of images but you have to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older SZ-15 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.