Olympus SZ-30MR vs Pentax W90

Let's look closer at the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Pentax W90, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and W90 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was manufactured 13 months later than the W90 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the SZ-30MR grades against the W90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-30MR and Pentax Optio W90. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-30MR enjoys 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) whilst the Pentax W90 has sizing of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Pentax W90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SZ-30MR versus the W90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-30MR and W90 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Often, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The graphic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-30MR and W90.

As you can tell, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Olympus SZ-30MR to show more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger SZ-30MR should have a benefit in sensor innovation.