Olympus SZ-30MR vs Samsung MV800

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Samsung MV800, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the MV800 (16MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was manufactured 6 months earlier than the MV800 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SZ-30MR matches up vs the MV800 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-30MR and Samsung MV800. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery and Samsung MV800 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should think about 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") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Samsung MV800 has measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Samsung MV800 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SZ-30MR vs the MV800.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-30MR and MV800 is 89 and 97 respectively.

Normally, its tough to see the difference in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-30MR and MV800.

As you can tell, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files however you would want to take the production date of the cameras into account.