Olympus SZ-30MR vs Sony QX10

Lets examine more closely at the Olympus SZ-30MR and Sony QX10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Lens-style by companies Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the QX10 (18MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was revealed 3 years prior to the QX10 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SZ-30MR being a Compact camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the SZ-30MR grades versus the QX10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-30MR and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-30MR offers outside dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Sony QX10 has sizing of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SZ-30MR and Sony QX10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SZ-30MR versus the QX10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-30MR and QX10 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through specs. The picture here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-30MR and QX10.

All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony QX10 to give you extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged SZ-30MR is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.