Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic G3

In this article, we will be analyzing the Olympus SH-3 versus Panasonic G3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SH-3 (16MP) and the G3 (16MP) is relatively close but the SH-3 (1/2.3") and G3 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor size.

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The SH-3 was manufactured 4 years later than the G3 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SH-3 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the SH-3 scores against the G3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SH-3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SH-3 Gallery and Panasonic G3 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus SH-3 provides exterior measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Panasonic G3 has sizing of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the SH-3 versus the G3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SH-3 and G3 is 88 and 83 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through specifications. The photograph below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-3 and G3.

Plainly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The SH-3 offers the smaller sensor which should make achieving bokeh tougher. The fresher SH-3 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.