Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic S3

Let's examine more in depth at the Olympus SH-3 versus Panasonic S3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SH-3 (16MP) and the S3 (14MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SH-3 was unveiled 5 years later than the S3 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SH-3 matches up versus the S3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SH-3 Gallery and Panasonic S3 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SH-3 offers outer dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Panasonic S3 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SH-3 versus Panasonic S3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the SH-3 vs the S3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH-3 and S3 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The visual here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-3 and S3.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Olympus SH-3 to result in more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent SH-3 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.