Olympus SZ-30MR vs Samsung WB800F

Its time to take a deeper look at the Olympus SZ-30MR versus Samsung WB800F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was introduced 22 months earlier than the WB800F making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SZ-30MR matches up versus the WB800F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-30MR and Samsung WB800F. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-30MR provides exterior 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) while the Samsung WB800F has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Check the Olympus SZ-30MR versus Samsung WB800F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SZ-30MR compared to the WB800F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-30MR and WB800F is 89 and 92 respectively.

Often, its hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over technical specs. The image underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-30MR and WB800F.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs but you will want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged SZ-30MR is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.