Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic TS30

Let's look more in depth at the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Panasonic TS30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was unveiled 24 months earlier than the TS30 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SZ-16 iHS matches up versus the TS30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS enjoys outside measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS30 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Panasonic TS30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SZ-16 iHS compared to the TS30.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-16 iHS and TS30 is 89 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing technical specs. The image underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-16 iHS and TS30.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you have to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged SZ-16 iHS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.