Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic SZ5

Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus SH-3 versus Panasonic SZ5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SH-3 (16MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SH-3 was released 3 years later than the SZ5 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SH-3 matches up versus the SZ5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SH-3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SH-3 Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SH-3 comes with external 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) and the Panasonic SZ5 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SH-3 versus Panasonic SZ5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the SH-3 versus the SZ5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SH-3 and SZ5 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The graphic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-3 and SZ5.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus SH-3 to give greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher SH-3 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.