Canon A4000 IS vs Olympus SZ-30MR

Here, we are analyzing the Canon A4000 IS and Olympus SZ-30MR, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the A4000 IS (16MP) and the SZ-30MR (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A4000 IS was released 12 months later than the SZ-30MR so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the A4000 IS scores versus the SZ-30MR in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A4000 IS and Olympus SZ-30MR. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A4000 IS Gallery and Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A4000 IS provides physical dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-30MR has measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the A4000 IS compared to the SZ-30MR.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the A4000 IS and SZ-30MR is 95 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The graphic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A4000 IS and SZ-30MR.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you should expect similar quality of pictures though you have to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The newer A4000 IS should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.