Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic ZR3

Let's look a little more closely at the Olympus SH-3 versus Panasonic ZR3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SH-3 (16MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SH-3 was released 6 years after the ZR3 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise view of how the SH-3 matches up versus the ZR3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-3 features outside dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR3 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SH-3 vs the ZR3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SH-3 and ZR3 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The image below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-3 and ZR3.

As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Olympus SH-3 to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The younger SH-3 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.