Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic ZS25

Let's look a bit more closely at the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was launched 22 months before the ZS25 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SZ-30MR scores vs the ZS25 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-30MR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-30MR offers outer measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS25 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic ZS25 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SZ-30MR against the ZS25.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-30MR and ZS25 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The pic below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-30MR and ZS25.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files though you might want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged SZ-30MR is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.