Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus 7030
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Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus 7030 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Launched March 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 140g - 93 x 56 x 26mm
- Launched January 2010
- Alternative Name is mju 7030
Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus 7030 Overview
Here is a in depth assessment of the Olympus SZ-30MR and Olympus 7030, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both built by Olympus. The resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the 7030 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe SZ-30MR was launched 14 months later than the 7030 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SZ-30MR grades versus the 7030 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus 7030 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-30MR and Olympus Stylus 7030. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery and Olympus 7030 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-30MR over the Olympus 7030
SZ-30MR | 7030 | |||
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Launched | March 2011 | January 2010 | Fresher by 14 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus 7030 over the Olympus SZ-30MR
7030 | SZ-30MR |
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Common features in the Olympus SZ-30MR and Olympus 7030
SZ-30MR | 7030 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus 7030 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-30MR has got exterior dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Olympus 7030 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
Look at the Olympus SZ-30MR and Olympus 7030 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SZ-30MR versus the 7030.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-30MR and 7030 is 89 and 95 respectively.
Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus 7030 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The graphic below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-30MR and 7030.
To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus SZ-30MR to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern SZ-30MR will have an edge in sensor tech.
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Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus 7030 Specifications
Olympus SZ-30MR | Olympus Stylus 7030 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus SZ-30MR | Olympus Stylus 7030 |
Also called | - | mju 7030 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-03-02 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III+ | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9 and 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-196mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 226 gr (0.50 pounds) | 140 gr (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 93 x 56 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $279 | $179 |