Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic G6

Let's examine more in depth at the Olympus SH-3 and Panasonic G6, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SH-3 (16MP) and the G6 (16MP) is very close but the SH-3 (1/2.3") and G6 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The SH-3 was introduced 2 years after the G6 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SH-3 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SH-3 scores vs the G6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SH-3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SH-3 Gallery & Panasonic G6 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-3 provides physical measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Panasonic G6 has proportions of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SH-3 and Panasonic G6 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SH-3 versus the G6.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SH-3 and G6 is 88 and 74 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The pic below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-3 and G6.

Plainly, the two cameras offer the same exact megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The SH-3 features the smaller sensor which should make obtaining shallower DOF more difficult. The younger SH-3 provides a benefit in sensor tech.