Olympus SH-3 vs Olympus Tough-3000

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Olympus SH-3 and Olympus Tough-3000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof and both are sold by Olympus. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SH-3 (16MP) and Tough-3000 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SH-3 was introduced 6 years later than the Tough-3000 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SH-3 matches up against the Tough-3000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-3 & Olympus Stylus Tough-3000. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SH-3 Gallery & Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus SH-3 enjoys physical dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Olympus Tough-3000 has measurements of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the SH-3 vs the Tough-3000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SH-3 and Tough-3000 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-3 and Tough-3000.

Clearly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Olympus SH-3 to offer you more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer SH-3 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.