Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic G2

On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus SZ-30MR versus Panasonic G2, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and G2 (12MP) and the SZ-30MR (1/2.3") and G2 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizing.

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The SZ-30MR was announced 8 months after the G2 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus SZ-30MR being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SZ-30MR matches up against the G2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-30MR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery & Panasonic G2 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-30MR comes with external measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Panasonic G2 has dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SZ-30MR against the G2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-30MR and G2 is 89 and 72 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching technical specs. The pic below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-30MR and G2.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SZ-30MR with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Olympus SZ-30MR will provide you with more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The newer SZ-30MR should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.