Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax K-3

Here is a detailed analysis of the Olympus SH-2 versus Pentax K-3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Olympus and Pentax. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the SH-2 (16MP) and K-3 (24MP) and the SH-2 (1/2.3") and K-3 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The SH-2 was launched 12 months later than the K-3 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SH-2 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-3 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SH-2 matches up versus the K-3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Pentax K-3. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Pentax K-3 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SH-2 has outer 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 Pentax K-3 has measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SH-2 versus Pentax K-3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SH-2 against the K-3.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SH-2 and K-3 is 88 and 59 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-2 and K-3.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SH-2 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Pentax K-3 will produce more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent SH-2 provides an advantage in sensor technology.