Casio EX-ZR400 vs Olympus SZ-30MR

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Casio EX-ZR400 and Olympus SZ-30MR, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Casio and Olympus. The image resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the SZ-30MR (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR400 was launched 24 months later than the SZ-30MR which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the EX-ZR400 grades versus the SZ-30MR in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 & Olympus SZ-30MR. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery & Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR400 provides external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-30MR has dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-ZR400 and Olympus SZ-30MR in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR400 and the SZ-30MR.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR400 and SZ-30MR is 92 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR400 and SZ-30MR.

Clearly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you can expect similar quality of images though you would want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger EX-ZR400 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.