Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic SZ3

Below, we are analyzing the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic SZ3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the SZ3 (16MP) is very well matched and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was manufactured 22 months earlier than the SZ3 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SZ-30MR grades against the SZ3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-30MR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery & Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-30MR enjoys outside 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 SZ3 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic SZ3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the SZ-30MR vs the SZ3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-30MR and SZ3 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through specs. The pic underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-30MR and SZ3.

All in all, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs however you should take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged SZ-30MR is going to be behind in sensor tech.