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 Sony H300 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). Sony H300 has external dimensions of 130 x 95 x 122 mm (5.1 x 3.74 x 4.81″) and weighs 590 g (1.30 lb / 20.81 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus SH-3 and the Sony H300. Olympus SH-3 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 21mm narrower, 32mm shorter and 80mm thinner than Sony H300.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus SH-3 and Sony H300.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus SH-3 and Sony H300.
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 (319g ) than the Sony H300 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus Stylus SH-3 nor Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 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 Sony H300's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.