Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus SH-3

Here is a comprehensive review of the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus SH-3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both built by Olympus. The image resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the SH-3 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was announced 6 years before the SH-3 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SZ-30MR grades versus the SH-3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-30MR & Olympus Stylus SH-3. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery & Olympus SH-3 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-30MR enjoys 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) and the Olympus SH-3 has measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the SZ-30MR vs the SH-3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-30MR and SH-3 is 89 and 88 respectively.

Often, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The visual below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-30MR and SH-3.

Plainly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images but you will need to factor the age of the products into consideration. The older SZ-30MR is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.