Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus VH-410

Here is a in depth assessment of the Olympus SZ-30MR versus Olympus VH-410, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Olympus. The resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the VH-410 (16MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was announced 17 months earlier than the VH-410 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SZ-30MR grades versus the VH-410 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-30MR & Olympus VH-410. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery & Olympus VH-410 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-30MR has external dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Olympus VH-410 has dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

See the Olympus SZ-30MR versus Olympus VH-410 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SZ-30MR compared to the VH-410.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-30MR and VH-410 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-30MR and VH-410.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photos but you should always consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older SZ-30MR will be behind with regard to sensor technology.