Olympus SZ-30MR vs Sigma Quattro H

Following is a detailed analysis of the Olympus SZ-30MR and Sigma Quattro H, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Sigma. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and Quattro H (45MP) and the SZ-30MR (1/2.3") and Quattro H (APS-H) boast different sensor sizes.

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The SZ-30MR was announced 6 years prior to the Quattro H which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus SZ-30MR being a Compact camera and the Sigma Quattro H being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the SZ-30MR matches up against the Quattro H in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-30MR and Sigma sd Quattro H. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery and Sigma Quattro H Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-30MR features 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) and the Sigma Quattro H has sizing of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SZ-30MR and Sigma Quattro H in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SZ-30MR compared to the Quattro H.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-30MR and Quattro H is 89 and 78 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes purely by going through technical specs. The pic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-30MR and Quattro H.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SZ-30MR using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sigma Quattro H will provide extra detail with its extra 29 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged SZ-30MR will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.