Fujifilm S4200 vs Olympus SZ-30MR

Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm S4200 vs Olympus SZ-30MR, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm S4200 (14MP) and the SZ-30MR (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S4200 was released 11 months later than the SZ-30MR and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S4200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-30MR being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm S4200 scores vs the SZ-30MR in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S4200 & Olympus SZ-30MR. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm S4200 Gallery & Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S4200 has got exterior measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") along with a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-30MR 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).

Take a look at the Fujifilm S4200 vs Olympus SZ-30MR in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S4200 vs the SZ-30MR.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S4200 and SZ-30MR is 67 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S4200 and SZ-30MR.

Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Olympus SZ-30MR to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S4200 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.