Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic GM1
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Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic GM1 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
- Revealed February 2016
- Succeeded the Olympus SH-2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 204g - 99 x 55 x 30mm
- Introduced December 2013
- Renewed by Panasonic GM5
Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic GM1 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Olympus SH-3 and Panasonic GM1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SH-3 (16MP) and the GM1 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the SH-3 (1/2.3") and GM1 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SH-3 was brought out 2 years later than the GM1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SH-3 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SH-3 scores versus the GM1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic GM1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SH-3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-3 Gallery & Panasonic GM1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-3 over the Panasonic GM1
SH-3 | GM1 | |||
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Introduced | February 2016 | December 2013 | Fresher by 27 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GM1 over the Olympus SH-3
GM1 | SH-3 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display resolution | 1036k | 460k | Crisper display (+576k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SH-3 and Panasonic GM1
SH-3 | GM1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic GM1 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera, you should consider 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") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Panasonic GM1 has dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SH-3 and Panasonic GM1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SH-3 vs the GM1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SH-3 and GM1 is 88 and 93 respectively.
Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic GM1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The visual below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-3 and GM1.
To sum up, both cameras provide the same megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The SH-3 offers the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh more difficult. The younger SH-3 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.
Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic GM1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic GM1 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SH-3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Stylus SH-3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2016-02-08 | 2013-12-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VII | - |
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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4592 x 3448 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 1,036k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/500 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.5 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/50 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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, 50i, 24p), 1280 x 720p (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 271 grams (0.60 lb) | 204 grams (0.45 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 99 x 55 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 660 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 photos | 230 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-92B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $579 | $750 |