Olympus 9000 vs Olympus SH-3

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Olympus 9000 vs Olympus SH-3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Olympus. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 9000 (12MP) and SH-3 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 9000 was introduced 7 years before the SH-3 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the 9000 matches up against the SH-3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 9000 & Olympus Stylus SH-3. The whole galleries are available at Olympus 9000 Gallery & Olympus SH-3 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 9000 comes with outside dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 225 grams (0.50 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).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the 9000 and the SH-3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 9000 and SH-3 is 92 and 88 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The picture underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 9000 and SH-3.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Olympus SH-3 to offer you extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged 9000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.