Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic GX1

Lets take a more detailed look at the Olympus SZ-30MR versus Panasonic GX1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the GX1 (16MP) is very close but the SZ-30MR (1/2.3") and GX1 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor size.

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The SZ-30MR was announced 11 months prior to the GX1 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SZ-30MR being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SZ-30MR matches up vs the GX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-30MR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery and Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-30MR comes with exterior 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) and the Panasonic GX1 has proportions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

See the Olympus SZ-30MR versus Panasonic GX1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SZ-30MR vs the GX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-30MR and GX1 is 89 and 87 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through specifications. The pic here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-30MR and GX1.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same resolution but not the same sensor sizes. The SZ-30MR features the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF harder. The more aged SZ-30MR will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.