Olympus SZ-30MR vs Samsung PL120

Its time to look closer at the Olympus SZ-30MR and Samsung PL120, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is very well matched and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was introduced 2 months later than the PL120 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SZ-30MR being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SZ-30MR matches up vs the PL120 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-30MR & Samsung PL120. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery & Samsung PL120 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-30MR offers external dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Samsung PL120 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SZ-30MR and Samsung PL120 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the SZ-30MR versus the PL120.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-30MR and PL120 is 89 and 99 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking specifications. The photograph here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-30MR and PL120.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Olympus SZ-30MR to give you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images far more aggressively.