Olympus SH-3 vs Sony WX80

The following is a thorough assessment of the Olympus SH-3 and Sony WX80, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SH-3 (16MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SH-3 was manufactured 3 years after the WX80 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SH-3 grades against the WX80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-3 Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-3 comes with physical dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Sony WX80 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SH-3 and Sony WX80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the SH-3 against the WX80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SH-3 and WX80 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions just by checking out a spec sheet. The picture underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-3 and WX80.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you should really factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern SH-3 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.