Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Olympus SZ-30MR

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.