Nikon B500 vs Olympus SZ-30MR

On this page, we will be reviewing the Nikon B500 vs Olympus SZ-30MR, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the B500 (16MP) and the SZ-30MR (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The B500 was manufactured 5 years after the SZ-30MR which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Nikon B500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-30MR being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the B500 matches up vs the SZ-30MR in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix B500 and Olympus SZ-30MR. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon B500 Gallery and Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon B500 has got external measurements of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst 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 the Nikon B500 vs Olympus SZ-30MR in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the B500 and the SZ-30MR.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the B500 and SZ-30MR is 68 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The picture below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the B500 and SZ-30MR.

All in all, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures however you may want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern B500 will have an edge in sensor technology.