Casio EX-H30 vs Olympus SZ-30MR

Below, we are looking at the Casio EX-H30 versus Olympus SZ-30MR, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Casio and Olympus. The image resolution of the EX-H30 (16MP) and the SZ-30MR (16MP) is fairly close and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-H30 was announced about the same time to the SZ-30MR so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the EX-H30 matches up versus the SZ-30MR when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-H30 and Olympus SZ-30MR. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H30 Gallery and Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-H30 comes with outer measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-30MR has dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-H30 versus Olympus SZ-30MR in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-H30 against the SZ-30MR.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H30 and SZ-30MR is 92 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through specifications. The image here should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-H30 and SZ-30MR.

Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images but you should always consider the release date of the cameras into account.