Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic LZ40

Lets look a bit more closely at the Olympus SH-3 versus Panasonic LZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SH-3 (16MP) and the LZ40 (20MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SH-3 was brought out 2 years later than the LZ40 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SH-3 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the SH-3 scores versus the LZ40 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SH-3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SH-3 Gallery & Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus SH-3 has outer dimensions 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 LZ40 has measurements of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the SH-3 and the LZ40.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SH-3 and LZ40 is 88 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The graphic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-3 and LZ40.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic LZ40 to give more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The younger SH-3 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.