Olympus SZ-30MR vs Sony TX20

On this page, we will be evaluating the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Sony TX20, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SZ-30MR was launched 12 months prior to the TX20 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SZ-30MR being a Compact camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SZ-30MR scores vs the TX20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-30MR and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-30MR has got outer measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Sony TX20 has specifications of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Sony TX20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SZ-30MR vs the TX20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-30MR and TX20 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-30MR and TX20.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures though you really should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older SZ-30MR is going to be behind in sensor technology.