Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic FH25

Here is a in depth assessment of the Olympus SH-3 versus Panasonic FH25, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SH-3 (16MP) and the FH25 (16MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SH-3 was revealed 5 years later than the FH25 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SH-3 grades against the FH25 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SH-3 Gallery & Panasonic FH25 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SH-3 provides physical measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Panasonic FH25 has dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SH-3 versus Panasonic FH25 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SH-3 versus the FH25.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SH-3 and FH25 is 88 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The visual here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-3 and FH25.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos although you might want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher SH-3 will have a benefit in sensor tech.