Olympus SZ-30MR vs Sony H90

Below, we will be looking at the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Sony H90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the H90 (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SZ-30MR was brought out 12 months earlier than the H90 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SZ-30MR grades against the H90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-30MR and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-30MR features external measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Sony H90 has measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Check the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Sony H90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SZ-30MR compared to the H90.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-30MR and H90 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through technical specs. The visual here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-30MR and H90.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you have to take the production date of the cameras into account. The older SZ-30MR will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.