Olympus SZ-30MR vs Sony HX90V

The following is a thorough assessment of the Olympus SZ-30MR versus Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

The SZ-30MR was revealed 5 years before the HX90V which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SZ-30MR grades versus the HX90V for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-30MR & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-30MR has external measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Sony HX90V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-30MR versus Sony HX90V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SZ-30MR and the HX90V.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-30MR and HX90V is 89 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture below may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-30MR and HX90V.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony HX90V to show extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged SZ-30MR will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.