Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus VR-340
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Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus VR-340 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Revealed March 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.0-5.7) lens
- 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Released January 2012
Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus VR-340 Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Olympus SZ-30MR and Olympus VR-340, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are offered by Olympus. The image resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the VR-340 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SZ-30MR was revealed 10 months before the VR-340 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SZ-30MR scores against the VR-340 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus VR-340 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-30MR & Olympus VR-340. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery & Olympus VR-340 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-30MR over the Olympus VR-340
SZ-30MR | VR-340 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus VR-340 over the Olympus SZ-30MR
VR-340 | SZ-30MR | |||
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Released | January 2012 | March 2011 | More modern by 10 months |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-30MR and Olympus VR-340
SZ-30MR | VR-340 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus VR-340 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-30MR enjoys outer dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Olympus VR-340 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SZ-30MR and Olympus VR-340 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SZ-30MR and the VR-340.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-30MR and VR-340 is 89 and 96 respectively.
Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus VR-340 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The image underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-30MR and VR-340.
All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP so you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you will want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged SZ-30MR will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus VR-340 Specifications
Olympus SZ-30MR | Olympus VR-340 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus SZ-30MR | Olympus VR-340 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-03-02 | 2012-01-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.0-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1700 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 4.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 226g (0.50 pounds) | 125g (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-50B | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $279 | $130 |