Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus TG-870

Let's look more closely at the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus TG-870, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both created by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the TG-870 (16MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SZ-30MR was launched 5 years earlier than the TG-870 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SZ-30MR being a Compact camera and the Olympus TG-870 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SZ-30MR matches up against the TG-870 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-30MR and Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery and Olympus TG-870 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-30MR comes with exterior measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Olympus TG-870 has measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus TG-870 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the SZ-30MR compared to the TG-870.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-30MR and TG-870 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The image here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-30MR and TG-870.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs though you may want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged SZ-30MR is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.