Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic FX700

Below, we are analyzing the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic FX700, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was launched 8 months later than the FX700 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SZ-30MR grades vs the FX700 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-30MR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery and Panasonic FX700 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to take into account 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") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Panasonic FX700 has dimensions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the SZ-30MR against the FX700.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-30MR and FX700 is 89 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-30MR and FX700.

To sum up, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Olympus SZ-30MR to give extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more recent SZ-30MR will have a benefit in sensor tech.