Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic ZS35

The following is a detailed review of the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic ZS35, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was brought out 3 years before the ZS35 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SZ-30MR matches up vs the ZS35 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-30MR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery & Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-30MR features exterior dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS35 has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the SZ-30MR versus the ZS35.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-30MR and ZS35 is 89 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through technical specs. The image underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-30MR and ZS35.

As you can tell, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of images however you will need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged SZ-30MR will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.