Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic FZ47
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Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic FZ47 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
- Introduced February 2016
- Old Model is Olympus SH-2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 498g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
- Revealed July 2011
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FZ48
Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic FZ47 Overview
Following is a in depth review of the Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic FZ47, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the SH-3 (16MP) and FZ47 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SH-3 was launched 4 years after the FZ47 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SH-3 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the SH-3 grades versus the FZ47 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic FZ47 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SH-3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SH-3 Gallery & Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-3 over the Panasonic FZ47
SH-3 | FZ47 | |||
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Revealed | February 2016 | July 2011 | More modern by 56 months | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ47 over the Olympus SH-3
FZ47 | SH-3 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Olympus SH-3 and Panasonic FZ47
SH-3 | FZ47 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic FZ47 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in 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") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ47 has specifications of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") with a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs).
Check out the Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic FZ47 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SH-3 and the FZ47.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SH-3 and FZ47 is 88 and 68 respectively.
Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic FZ47 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-3 and FZ47.
As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Olympus SH-3 to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The newer SH-3 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic FZ47 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SH-3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Stylus SH-3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ48 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2016-02-08 | 2011-07-21 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VII | Venus Engine FHD |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.5fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
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 | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/2000 secs |
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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 271 grams (0.60 pounds) | 498 grams (1.10 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 photos | 400 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | 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 media | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $579 | $379 |