Olympus SZ-30MR vs Samsung ST150F

Lets take a closer look at the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Samsung ST150F, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was released 22 months before the ST150F which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the SZ-30MR scores against the ST150F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-30MR & Samsung ST150F. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery & Samsung ST150F Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-30MR has got external measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST150F has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Samsung ST150F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ-30MR vs the ST150F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-30MR and ST150F is 89 and 96 respectively.

Typically, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The visual below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-30MR and ST150F.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of images though you may want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The older SZ-30MR will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.