Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Olympus SZ-30MR
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Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Olympus SZ-30MR Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Revealed March 2011
Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Olympus SZ-30MR Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Olympus SZ-30MR, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are built by Olympus. The resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the SZ-30MR (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SZ-16 iHS was announced 23 months after the SZ-30MR which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SZ-16 iHS grades versus the SZ-30MR in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-16 iHS & Olympus SZ-30MR. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery & Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-16 iHS over the Olympus SZ-30MR
SZ-16 iHS | SZ-30MR | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | March 2011 | More modern by 23 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-30MR over the Olympus SZ-16 iHS
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Common features in the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Olympus SZ-30MR
SZ-16 iHS | SZ-30MR | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Olympus SZ-30MR Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS provides exterior dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-30MR has proportions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
See the Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Olympus SZ-30MR in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SZ-16 iHS against the SZ-30MR.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-16 iHS and SZ-30MR is 89 and 89 respectively.
Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Olympus SZ-30MR Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The image here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-16 iHS and SZ-30MR.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you will need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern SZ-16 iHS will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Olympus SZ-30MR Specifications
Olympus SZ-16 iHS | Olympus SZ-30MR | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus SZ-16 iHS | Olympus SZ-30MR |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-01-08 | 2011-03-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1700 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 226g (0.50 lb) | 226g (0.50 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 images | 220 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-50B | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $230 | $279 |