Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Olympus SZ-30MR and Sony WX150 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). Sony WX150 has external dimensions of 95 x 56 x 22 mm (3.74 x 2.2 x 0.87″) and weighs 133 g (0.29 lb / 4.69 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus SZ-30MR and the Sony WX150. Sony WX150 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 11mm narrower, 13mm shorter and 18mm thinner than Olympus SZ-30MR.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus SZ-30MR and Sony WX150.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony WX150 is significantly lighter (93g ) than the Olympus SZ-30MR which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus SZ-30MR nor Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, 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 Sony WX150's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.