Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic SZ8

Let's look a little more in depth at the Olympus SZ-30MR versus Panasonic SZ8, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was unveiled 3 years prior to the SZ8 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the SZ-30MR scores versus the SZ8 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-30MR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery & Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-30MR enjoys outer 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 SZ8 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SZ-30MR versus Panasonic SZ8 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ-30MR versus the SZ8.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-30MR and SZ8 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-30MR and SZ8.

As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you really should take the age of the cameras into account. The older SZ-30MR will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.