Olympus SZ-30MR vs Pentax WG-1

Here is a thorough comparison of the Olympus SZ-30MR versus Pentax WG-1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is very well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was announced around the same time to the WG-1 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SZ-30MR scores versus the WG-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-30MR and Pentax Optio WG-1. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-30MR enjoys outer measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SZ-30MR versus Pentax WG-1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the SZ-30MR and the WG-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-30MR and WG-1 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Often, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-30MR and WG-1.

Plainly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Olympus SZ-30MR to give more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively.