Olympus SH-3 weighs
271 g (0.60 lb / 9.56 oz) and has external dimensions of
109 x 63 x 42 mm (4.29 x 2.48 x 1.65″). Considering that the average weight of Compact type cameras is 188g, Olympus SH-3 is a significantly heavy camera for its class. With a thickness of 42mm, it is not small either, 13mm thicker than the average of its class.
Weight Comparison
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Thickness Comparison
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Here is the front and top view image of Olympus SH-3 with the dimensions:
Front and Top View External Dimensions and Size of Olympus SH-3 Camera Body
In order to give you a better idea about the real life size of Olympus SH-3, we have added an image of how it looks next to a credit card and an AA type battery.
Physical size of the Olympus SH-3 Body Compared to a Credit Card and an AA Battery
Now let's compare Olympus SH-3 size with the camera that it replaced: Olympus SH-2. As depicted on the comparison image, and have the exact same height, width and thickness.
Comparison image of Olympus SH-3 and Olympus SH-2 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Below you can find the comparison of the weight and thickness of Olympus SH-3 with its main competitors:
Olympus SH-3 Size Compared to Main Competitors
Weather Sealing
Olympus SH-3 doesn't have any environmental sealings on its body so you got to be extra careful to protect it against water and dust. If you shoot under these conditions very often, consider checking Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing page.