Canon D30 vs Olympus SZ-12

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Canon D30 vs Olympus SZ-12, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the D30 (12MP) and the SZ-12 (14MP) is very well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The D30 was revealed 2 years after the SZ-12 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the D30 matches up vs the SZ-12 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot D30 and Olympus SZ-12. The full galleries are available at Canon D30 Gallery and Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon D30 provides exterior measurements of 109mm x 68mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-12 has proportions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Canon D30 vs Olympus SZ-12 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the D30 versus the SZ-12.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D30 and SZ-12 is 91 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at specifications. The image below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the D30 and SZ-12.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus SZ-12 to give you extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern D30 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.