Olympus SZ-30MR vs Samsung DV150F

On this page, we are analyzing the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Samsung DV150F, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was launched 22 months prior to the DV150F making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SZ-30MR grades versus the DV150F for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-30MR and Samsung DV150F. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-30MR comes with exterior dimensions 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 Samsung DV150F has sizing of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Samsung DV150F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the SZ-30MR versus the DV150F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-30MR and DV150F is 89 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The visual below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-30MR and DV150F.

All in all, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should always take the release date of the cameras into account. The older SZ-30MR will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.