Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic G7

Here is a extensive review of the Olympus SH-3 versus Panasonic G7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SH-3 (16MP) and the G7 (16MP) is very close but the SH-3 (1/2.3") and G7 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizes.

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The SH-3 was brought out 9 months later than the G7 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SH-3 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SH-3 grades vs the G7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SH-3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SH-3 Gallery and Panasonic G7 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SH-3 provides external measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Panasonic G7 has dimensions of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SH-3 versus the G7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SH-3 and G7 is 88 and 71 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-3 and G7.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature the identical resolution but different sensor sizing. The SH-3 comes with the smaller sensor which will make achieving bokeh trickier. The more modern SH-3 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.