Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus SZ-30MR
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 106g - 95 x 56 x 18mm
- Announced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Introduced March 2011

Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Overview
Here, we are matching up the Casio EX-Z33 versus Olympus SZ-30MR, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Olympus. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and SZ-30MR (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-Z33 was brought out 18 months earlier than the SZ-30MR making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the EX-Z33 matches up against the SZ-30MR when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 and Olympus SZ-30MR. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery and Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Olympus SZ-30MR
EX-Z33 | SZ-30MR | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-30MR over the Casio EX-Z33
SZ-30MR | EX-Z33 | |||
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Introduced | March 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 18 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z33 and Olympus SZ-30MR
EX-Z33 | SZ-30MR | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z33 features physical dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-30MR has specifications of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-Z33 versus Olympus SZ-30MR in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z33 against the SZ-30MR.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z33 and SZ-30MR is 97 and 89 respectively.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching specs. The graphic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z33 and SZ-30MR.
All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus SZ-30MR to provide you with more detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older EX-Z33 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Olympus SZ-30MR | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Olympus |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Olympus SZ-30MR |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-08-31 | 2011-03-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1700 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.80 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 106 gr (0.23 lbs) | 226 gr (0.50 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-82 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $120 | $279 |