Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus VH-515

In this article, we will be matching up the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus VH-515, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Olympus. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and VH-515 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was revealed 17 months prior to the VH-515 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SZ-30MR matches up against the VH-515 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-30MR & Olympus VH-515. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery & Olympus VH-515 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-30MR comes with exterior measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Olympus VH-515 has dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the SZ-30MR against the VH-515.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-30MR and VH-515 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The image here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-30MR and VH-515.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Olympus SZ-30MR to show extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged SZ-30MR will be behind in sensor tech.