Olympus SH-3 vs Pentax RZ10

On this page, we are comparing the Olympus SH-3 and Pentax RZ10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SH-3 (16MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SH-3 was announced 4 years later than the RZ10 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SH-3 matches up against the RZ10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SH-3 & Pentax Optio RZ10. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SH-3 Gallery & Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SH-3 comes with 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) while the Pentax RZ10 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SH-3 and Pentax RZ10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SH-3 compared to the RZ10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SH-3 and RZ10 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing technical specs. The visual here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-3 and RZ10.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Olympus SH-3 to offer you extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The fresher SH-3 provides an edge in sensor technology.