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 Sony HX30V and Olympus SZ-15 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony HX30V has external dimensions of 107 x 62 x 35 mm (4.21 x 2.44 x 1.38″) and weighs 254 g (0.56 lb / 8.96 oz) (including batteries). Olympus SZ-15 has external dimensions of 250 g (0.55 lb / 8.82 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony HX30V and the Olympus SZ-15. Sony HX30V is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 1mm narrower, 8mm shorter and 5mm thinner than Olympus SZ-15.
Comparison image of the Sony HX30V and the Olympus SZ-15 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Sony HX30V and Olympus SZ-15.
Comparison image of the Sony HX30V and the Olympus SZ-15 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sony HX30V and Olympus SZ-15.
Top View Comparison image of the Sony HX30V and the Olympus SZ-15 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus SZ-15 is 4g lighter than the Sony HX30V but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V nor Olympus SZ-15 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
Sony HX30V and Olympus SZ-15'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.
