Olympus SZ-30MR vs Samsung HZ15W

Let's take a more detailed look at the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Samsung HZ15W, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and HZ15W (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SZ-30MR was introduced 2 years after the HZ15W which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SZ-30MR grades against the HZ15W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-30MR and Samsung HZ15W. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery and Samsung HZ15W Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-30MR provides external measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Samsung HZ15W has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Samsung HZ15W in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the SZ-30MR and the HZ15W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-30MR and HZ15W is 89 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The image here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-30MR and HZ15W.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus SZ-30MR to resolve extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The fresher SZ-30MR will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.