Olympus SH-1 vs Olympus TG-3

Lets take a more detailed look at the Olympus SH-1 vs Olympus TG-3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both are manufactured by Olympus. The resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the TG-3 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SH-1 was revealed at a similar time to the TG-3 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SH-1 grades against the TG-3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SH-1 and Olympus Tough TG-3. The full galleries are available at Olympus SH-1 Gallery and Olympus TG-3 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SH-1 enjoys exterior measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Olympus TG-3 has sizing of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SH-1 vs Olympus TG-3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SH-1 vs the TG-3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH-1 and TG-3 is 88 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through specs. The visual below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-1 and TG-3.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of images although you will want to take the release date of the cameras into account.