Nikon A900 vs Olympus SZ-30MR

Below, we are reviewing the Nikon A900 and Olympus SZ-30MR, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the A900 (20MP) and SZ-30MR (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A900 was brought out 5 years later than the SZ-30MR and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the A900 grades vs the SZ-30MR with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix A900 & Olympus SZ-30MR. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon A900 Gallery & Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon A900 provides outer measurements of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-30MR has sizing of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon A900 and Olympus SZ-30MR in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the A900 compared to the SZ-30MR.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A900 and SZ-30MR is 88 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The visual here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A900 and SZ-30MR.

To sum up, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can anticipate the Nikon A900 to deliver greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent A900 should have a benefit in sensor tech.