Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus SH-1

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus SZ-30MR versus Olympus SH-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are sold by Olympus. The image resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the SH-1 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was unveiled 4 years prior to the SH-1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the SZ-30MR matches up vs the SH-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-30MR and Olympus Stylus SH-1. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery and Olympus SH-1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-30MR features external measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Olympus SH-1 has sizing of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Check out the Olympus SZ-30MR versus Olympus SH-1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the SZ-30MR versus the SH-1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-30MR and SH-1 is 89 and 88 respectively.

Often, its hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-30MR and SH-1.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images although you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older SZ-30MR is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.