Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Canon SX60 HS and Olympus SH-3 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon SX60 HS has external dimensions of 128 x 93 x 114 mm (5.04 x 3.66 x 4.49″) and weighs 650 g (1.43 lb / 22.93 oz) (including batteries). Olympus SH-3 has external dimensions of 109 x 63 x 42 mm (4.29 x 2.48 x 1.65″) and weighs 271 g (0.60 lb / 9.56 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon SX60 HS and the Olympus SH-3. Olympus SH-3 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 19mm narrower, 30mm shorter and 72mm thinner than Canon SX60 HS.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon SX60 HS and Olympus SH-3.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon SX60 HS and Olympus SH-3.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus SH-3 is significantly lighter (379g ) than the Canon SX60 HS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot SX60 HS nor Olympus Stylus SH-3 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon SX60 HS and Olympus SH-3's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Canon SX60 HS sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. Olympus SH-3's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to SX60 HS.