Olympus SH-3 vs Sony WX10

Following is a extended assessment of the Olympus SH-3 and Sony WX10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SH-3 (16MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SH-3 was launched 5 years after the WX10 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SH-3 scores versus the WX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SH-3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SH-3 Gallery & Sony WX10 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SH-3 provides physical measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Sony WX10 has specifications of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Olympus SH-3 and Sony WX10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SH-3 and the WX10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH-3 and WX10 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading a spec sheet. The image below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-3 and WX10.

As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you can expect similar quality of photos though you would want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer SH-3 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.