Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic SZ3

Here is a thorough comparison of the Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic SZ3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the SZ3 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was revealed 2 years later than the SZ3 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SH-2 matches up versus the SZ3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The full galleries are available at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SH-2 has got 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) whilst the Panasonic SZ3 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic SZ3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the SH-2 versus the SZ3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SH-2 and SZ3 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The graphic here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-2 and SZ3.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photographs although you would want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The newer SH-2 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.