Canon SX620 HS vs Olympus SZ-30MR

Following is a extensive assessment of the Canon SX620 HS vs Olympus SZ-30MR, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and SZ-30MR (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX620 HS was launched 5 years after the SZ-30MR which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the SX620 HS scores versus the SZ-30MR with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS and Olympus SZ-30MR. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX620 HS Gallery and Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX620 HS has got exterior dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-30MR has dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX620 HS vs Olympus SZ-30MR in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SX620 HS against the SZ-30MR.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX620 HS and SZ-30MR is 93 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The picture here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX620 HS and SZ-30MR.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon SX620 HS to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer SX620 HS should have a benefit in sensor innovation.