Olympus SH-3 vs Olympus VH-410

On this page, we will be matching up the Olympus SH-3 versus Olympus VH-410, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by Olympus. The image resolution of the SH-3 (16MP) and the VH-410 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SH-3 was launched 3 years after the VH-410 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the SH-3 grades against the VH-410 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-3 and Olympus VH-410. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-3 Gallery and Olympus VH-410 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SH-3 offers external dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Olympus VH-410 has specifications of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SH-3 versus Olympus VH-410 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the SH-3 and the VH-410.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SH-3 and VH-410 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing specifications. The pic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-3 and VH-410.

Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you will want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The younger SH-3 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.