Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic FH25

On this page, we will be comparing the Olympus SZ-30MR and Panasonic FH25, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the FH25 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was released 2 months later than the FH25 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the SZ-30MR scores against the FH25 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-30MR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery & Panasonic FH25 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-30MR has got exterior dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Panasonic FH25 has measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SZ-30MR vs the FH25.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-30MR and FH25 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The graphic below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-30MR and FH25.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photos though you would want to take the launch date of the cameras into account.