Olympus SZ-30MR vs Sony HX10V

Let's look much closer at the Olympus SZ-30MR and Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is very comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was launched 12 months earlier than the HX10V so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SZ-30MR matches up vs the HX10V for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-30MR & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-30MR provides outer measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Sony HX10V has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-30MR and Sony HX10V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SZ-30MR versus the HX10V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-30MR and HX10V is 89 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The graphic here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-30MR and HX10V.

Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony HX10V to provide more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older SZ-30MR will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.