Olympus SZ-30MR vs Samsung HZ35W

In this article, we are matching up the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Samsung HZ35W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and HZ35W (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was unveiled 9 months after the HZ35W so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SZ-30MR scores against the HZ35W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-30MR and Samsung HZ35W. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. 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 Samsung HZ35W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Samsung HZ35W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the SZ-30MR vs the HZ35W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-30MR and HZ35W is 89 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The pic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-30MR and HZ35W.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus SZ-30MR to provide you with more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The younger SZ-30MR will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.