Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic ZS30

Below is a detailed comparison of the Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic ZS30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SH-50 (16MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SH-50 was revealed at a similar time to the ZS30 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SH-50 matches up versus the ZS30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SH-50 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The full galleries are available at Olympus SH-50 Gallery & Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SH-50 has got exterior measurements of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS30 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic ZS30 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the SH-50 vs the ZS30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SH-50 and ZS30 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements purely by looking through technical specs. The visual here might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-50 and ZS30.

As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS30 to result in extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively.