Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic FZ40
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Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic FZ40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Launched February 2016
- Old Model is Olympus SH-2
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 494g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
- Announced July 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FZ45
Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic FZ40 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Olympus SH-3 versus Panasonic FZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SH-3 (16MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SH-3 was announced 5 years later than the FZ40 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SH-3 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SH-3 grades against the FZ40 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic FZ40 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SH-3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SH-3 Gallery & Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-3 over the Panasonic FZ40
SH-3 | FZ40 | |||
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Announced | February 2016 | July 2010 | More recent by 68 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ40 over the Olympus SH-3
FZ40 | SH-3 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Olympus SH-3 and Panasonic FZ40
SH-3 | FZ40 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic FZ40 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-3 has outer measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ40 has proportions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") along with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SH-3 versus Panasonic FZ40 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SH-3 versus the FZ40.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH-3 and FZ40 is 88 and 68 respectively.
Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic FZ40 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The visual here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-3 and FZ40.
Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Olympus SH-3 to show more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher SH-3 should have an edge in sensor technology.
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Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic FZ40 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SH-3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Stylus SH-3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ45 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2016-02-08 | 2010-07-21 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VII | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.5fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) | 9.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (15 fps), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 271g (0.60 pounds) | 494g (1.09 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-92B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $579 | $420 |