Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic TS1

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Olympus SH-3 and Panasonic TS1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the SH-3 (16MP) and TS1 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SH-3 was announced 7 years later than the TS1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SH-3 scores versus the TS1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SH-3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-3 Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SH-3 enjoys outside dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS1 has sizing of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SH-3 and Panasonic TS1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the SH-3 and the TS1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH-3 and TS1 is 88 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The graphic here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-3 and TS1.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Olympus SH-3 to resolve greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent SH-3 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.