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 Nikon A1000 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). Nikon A1000 has external dimensions of 114 x 72 x 41 mm (4.49 x 2.83 x 1.61″) and weighs 330 g (0.73 lb / 11.64 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus SH-3 and the Nikon A1000. Olympus SH-3 is 5mm narrower and 9mm shorter than Nikon A1000 but it is also 1mm thicker.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus SH-3 and Nikon A1000.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus SH-3 and Nikon A1000.
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 (59g ) than the Nikon A1000 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus Stylus SH-3 nor Nikon Coolpix A1000 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
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus SH-3 and Nikon A1000's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Nikon A1000 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Olympus SH-3 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to A1000.