Nikon S9500 vs Olympus SZ-30MR

The following is a extensive assessment of the Nikon S9500 and Olympus SZ-30MR, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S9500 (18MP) and the SZ-30MR (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S9500 was revealed 24 months after the SZ-30MR which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S9500 grades against the SZ-30MR with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9500 & Olympus SZ-30MR. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S9500 Gallery & Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9500 features outside measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-30MR has measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the S9500 compared to the SZ-30MR.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S9500 and SZ-30MR is 92 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The picture here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S9500 and SZ-30MR.

As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Nikon S9500 to give you more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer S9500 should have an edge in sensor tech.