Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic GF2

On this page, we will be analyzing the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic GF2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and GF2 (12MP) and the SZ-30MR (1/2.3") and GF2 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The SZ-30MR was manufactured at a similar time to the GF2 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SZ-30MR being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the SZ-30MR grades versus the GF2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-30MR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery and Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-30MR has got exterior measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF2 has dimensions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic GF2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SZ-30MR compared to the GF2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-30MR and GF2 is 89 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-30MR and GF2.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SZ-30MR featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Olympus SZ-30MR will provide more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively.