Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic GX1

Lets look a little more in depth at the Olympus SH-3 and Panasonic GX1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SH-3 (16MP) and the GX1 (16MP) is very close but the SH-3 (1/2.3") and GX1 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor sizing.

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The SH-3 was introduced 4 years later than the GX1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SH-3 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the SH-3 scores against the GX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SH-3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SH-3 Gallery and Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-3 has outer 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 GX1 has proportions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

See the Olympus SH-3 and Panasonic GX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SH-3 vs the GX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SH-3 and GX1 is 88 and 87 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing specifications. The photograph here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-3 and GX1.

Plainly, both of those cameras have got the exact same resolution but different sensor sizing. The SH-3 offers the smaller sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher. The fresher SH-3 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.