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 HX50V 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 HX50V has external dimensions of 108 x 64 x 38 mm (4.25 x 2.52 x 1.5″) and weighs 272 g (0.60 lb / 9.59 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus SH-3 and the Sony HX50V. Sony HX50V is 1mm narrower and 4mm thinner than Olympus SH-3 but it is also 1mm taller.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus SH-3 and Sony HX50V.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus SH-3 and Sony HX50V.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus SH-3 is 1g lighter than the Sony HX50V but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus Stylus SH-3 nor Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V 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 Sony HX50V'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.