Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate Olympus SZ-30MR and Pentax VS20 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus SZ-30MR has external dimensions of 106 x 69 x 40 mm (4.17 x 2.72 x 1.57″) and weighs 226 g (0.50 lb / 7.97 oz) (including batteries). Pentax VS20 has external dimensions of 111 x 61 x 38 mm (4.37 x 2.4 x 1.5″) and weighs 235 g (0.52 lb / 8.29 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Olympus SZ-30MR and Pentax VS20. Pentax VS20 is 8mm shorter and 2mm thinner than Olympus SZ-30MR but it is also 5mm wider.
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Comparison image of Olympus SZ-30MR and Pentax VS20 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus SZ-30MR and Pentax VS20.
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Top View Comparison image of Olympus SZ-30MR and Pentax VS20 Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus SZ-30MR is 9g lighter than the Pentax VS20 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Olympus SZ-30MR nor Pentax Optio VS20 provides any type of weather sealing in their body, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus SZ-30MR and Pentax VS20's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3".
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.