Olympus 550WP vs Olympus SH-3

Here, we are matching up the Olympus 550WP versus Olympus SH-3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Olympus. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the 550WP (10MP) and SH-3 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 550WP was brought out 8 years prior to the SH-3 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the 550WP grades vs the SH-3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 550WP and Olympus Stylus SH-3. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus 550WP Gallery and Olympus SH-3 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 550WP features external dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Olympus SH-3 has dimensions 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 550WP versus Olympus SH-3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the 550WP compared to the SH-3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 550WP and SH-3 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through specs. The picture here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 550WP and SH-3.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus SH-3 to show greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 550WP will be behind with regard to sensor tech.