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 TX10 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 TX10 has external dimensions of 96 x 56 x 18 mm (3.78 x 2.2 x 0.71″) and weighs 133 g (0.29 lb / 4.69 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus SH-3 and the Sony TX10. Sony TX10 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 13mm narrower, 7mm shorter and 24mm thinner than Olympus SH-3.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus SH-3 and Sony TX10.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus SH-3 and Sony TX10.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony TX10 is significantly lighter (138g ) than the Olympus SH-3 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TX10, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the SH-3.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus SH-3 and Sony TX10'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.