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 Olympus SH-3 and Leica V-Lux 5 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. 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). Leica V-Lux 5 has external dimensions of 137 x 97 x 132 mm (5.39 x 3.82 x 5.2″) and weighs 812 g (1.79 lb / 28.64 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus SH-3 and the Leica V-Lux 5. Olympus SH-3 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 28mm narrower, 34mm shorter and 90mm thinner than Leica V-Lux 5.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus SH-3 and Leica V-Lux 5.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus SH-3 and Leica V-Lux 5.
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 (541g ) than the Leica V-Lux 5 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus Stylus SH-3 nor Leica V-Lux 5 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 Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus SH-3 and Leica V-Lux 5's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Leica V-Lux 5 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 V-Lux 5.