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Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus VR-340

Portability
89
Imaging
39
Features
39
Overall
39
Olympus SZ-30MR front
 
Olympus VR-340 front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
36
Overall
37

Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus VR-340 Key Specs

Olympus SZ-30MR
(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
Olympus VR-340
(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
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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").

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-30MR over the Olympus VR-340

 SZ-30MR VR-340 

Reasons to pick Olympus VR-340 over the Olympus SZ-30MR

 VR-340 SZ-30MR 
ReleasedJanuary 2012March 2011More modern by 10 months

Common features in the Olympus SZ-30MR and Olympus VR-340

 SZ-30MR VR-340 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen dimensions
Screen resolution460k460kExact 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus VR-340 size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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.

Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus VR-340 sensor size comparison

Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus VR-340 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus VR-340 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Olympus SZ-30MR
Portrait photography with Olympus VR-340
34
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
features face detect focus
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
34
decent MP (16MP)
includes face detect autofocus
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
no external flash support
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Olympus SZ-30MR Street photography factors
Olympus VR-340 Street photography factors
60
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition (226 grams)
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
63
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average in class (125 grams)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Olympus SZ-30MR as a Sports photography camera
Olympus VR-340 as a Sports photography camera
41
great zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
features tracking focus
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
bad battery (220 CIPA)
lack of phase detect auto focus
44
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (16MP)
includes tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Olympus SZ-30MR Travel photography details
Olympus VR-340 Travel photography details
65
lighter than competition (226 grams)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (25mm)
great zoom (600mm)
no Time Lapse recording
bad battery (220 CIPA)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
69
lighter than average in class (125g)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
rather wide (24mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
does not have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Olympus SZ-30MR
Landscape photography with Olympus VR-340
41
rather wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
manual exposure not available
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
bad battery (220 per charge)
no Time Lapse recording
43
rather wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
no manual mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus SZ-30MR as a Vlogging camera
Olympus VR-340 as a Vlogging camera
34
rather wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features face detect focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition (226g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no mic jack
33
rather wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detect autofocus
lighter than average in class (125g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic support
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Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus VR-340 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus SZ-30MR and Olympus VR-340
 Olympus SZ-30MROlympus VR-340
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