Olympus SH-1 vs Pentax K-3 II

Here is a in depth assessment of the Olympus SH-1 versus Pentax K-3 II, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SH-1 (16MP) and K-3 II (24MP) and the SH-1 (1/2.3") and K-3 II (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The SH-1 was revealed 12 months earlier than the K-3 II so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SH-1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-3 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the SH-1 matches up vs the K-3 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SH-1 and Pentax K-3 II. The full galleries are available at Olympus SH-1 Gallery and Pentax K-3 II Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SH-1 enjoys physical measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Pentax K-3 II has sizing of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SH-1 versus Pentax K-3 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SH-1 and the K-3 II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH-1 and K-3 II is 88 and 59 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The photograph below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-1 and K-3 II.

All in all, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SH-1 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Pentax K-3 II will provide more detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively. The older SH-1 will be behind in sensor technology.