Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic FH10

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Olympus SZ-30MR and Panasonic FH10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the FH10 (16MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was manufactured 22 months before the FH10 making the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the SZ-30MR grades versus the FH10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-30MR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery & Panasonic FH10 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-30MR comes with external dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Panasonic FH10 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-30MR and Panasonic FH10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the SZ-30MR against the FH10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-30MR and FH10 is 89 and 97 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-30MR and FH10.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you can expect similar quality of images however you would want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more aged SZ-30MR is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.