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.

Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

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).

Check the Olympus SH-3 versus Panasonic G7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

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.