Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic GF6
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Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic GF6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Announced February 2016
- Older Model is Olympus SH-2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 323g - 111 x 65 x 38mm
- Released April 2013
- Old Model is Panasonic GF5
- Newer Model is Panasonic GF7
Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic GF6 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Olympus SH-3 versus Panasonic GF6, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SH-3 (16MP) and the GF6 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the SH-3 (1/2.3") and GF6 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor sizes.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe SH-3 was manufactured 2 years after the GF6 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SH-3 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SH-3 scores vs the GF6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic GF6 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SH-3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SH-3 Gallery and Panasonic GF6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-3 over the Panasonic GF6
SH-3 | GF6 | |||
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Released | February 2016 | April 2013 | More modern by 35 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF6 over the Olympus SH-3
GF6 | SH-3 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Clearer display (+580k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SH-3 and Panasonic GF6
SH-3 | GF6 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic GF6 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SH-3 features physical dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Panasonic GF6 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).
Check out the Olympus SH-3 versus Panasonic GF6 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SH-3 against the GF6.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH-3 and GF6 is 88 and 87 respectively.
Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic GF6 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The image here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-3 and GF6.
As you have seen, both of these cameras have got the exact same megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The SH-3 provides the smaller sensor which should make getting bokeh tougher. The newer SH-3 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic GF6 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
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Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic GF6 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SH-3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus SH-3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2016-02-08 | 2013-04-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VII | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4592 x 3448 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.5 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) | 6.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 (60i PsF/30p in NTSC models, 50i PsF/25p on PAL), 1280 x 720p (60i PsF/30p in NTSC models, 50i PsF/25p on PAL), 640 x 480 (30/25fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 271g (0.60 pounds) | 323g (0.71 pounds) |
Dimensions | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 111 x 65 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 622 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 photographs | 340 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-92B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $579 | $326 |