Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS

Here, we are comparing the Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the A3400 IS (16MP) and the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A3400 IS was manufactured around the same time to the SZ-31MR iHS which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the A3400 IS matches up vs the SZ-31MR iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3400 IS & Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The entire galleries are available at Canon A3400 IS Gallery & Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A3400 IS offers outer measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check the Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the A3400 IS against the SZ-31MR iHS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the A3400 IS and SZ-31MR iHS is 96 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The visual below should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A3400 IS and SZ-31MR iHS.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you will need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.