Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate Olympus SH-3 and Olympus 1s 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). Olympus 1s has external dimensions of 116 x 87 x 57 mm (4.57 x 3.43 x 2.24″) and weighs 402 g (0.89 lb / 14.18 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Olympus SH-3 and Olympus 1s. Olympus SH-3 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 7mm narrower, 24mm shorter and 15mm thinner than Olympus 1s.
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Comparison image of Olympus SH-3 and Olympus 1s Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Olympus SH-3 and Olympus 1s.
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Comparison image of Olympus SH-3 and Olympus 1s Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus SH-3 and Olympus 1s.
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Top View Comparison image of Olympus SH-3 and Olympus 1s Size
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 (131g ) than the Olympus 1s which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Olympus Stylus SH-3 nor Olympus Stylus 1s provides any type of weather sealing in their body, 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 Olympus 1s's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3.00".
On the other hand, Olympus 1s 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 1s.