A combination of a small away following, a poor run of form for the home side and a bitterly cold night all contributed to the fact that only 17,211 were in attendance but those who were there witnessed a much improved display.
Both sides carved out chances in the first half, but Owls fan Weaver was the busier keeper in the Charlton goal, making two key saves from Showunmi and Wood.
Wednesday, who have been lacklustre in recent displays clearly gained confidence from this and pressed on in the second half, enjoying the lions share of possession with Small and Johnson looking to stretch the Addicks from the flanks.
Weaver made another excellent save to deny Lee Bullen from close range and Wednesday had a penalty appeal turned down late on when Tudgay went to ground stretching to get on the end of a low cross.
The point leaves the Owls still third from bottom in the Championship but the fans will be able to take renewed hope from the performance. There was a renewed sense of vigour, energy and enthusiasm throughout the team which was clearly appreciated by the fans who urged the team on in the second half and gave a good reception at the final whistle.
Showunmi caused problems throughout and the defence looked more assured with Richard Wood returning to the starting line up in place of Hinds. Conceding early goals has been a problem of late and so this clean sheet against a strong Charlton attack should renew some belief in the players.
The test now is to maintain this level of performance consistently and if Wednesday can repeat this kind of display on a regular basis then the club should win more than they lose in the weeks ahead.