Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic SZ10

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Olympus SZ-30MR versus Panasonic SZ10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was announced 4 years earlier than the SZ10 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SZ-30MR grades vs the SZ10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-30MR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery & Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-30MR offers physical dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ10 has dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-30MR versus Panasonic SZ10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SZ-30MR and the SZ10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-30MR and SZ10 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-30MR and SZ10.

All in all, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of images but you would want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older SZ-30MR will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.