Canon N vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS
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Canon N vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 195g - 79 x 60 x 29mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Released February 2012
Canon N vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Canon N and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Olympus. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the N (12MP) and SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe N was manufactured 12 months later than the SZ-31MR iHS and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the N scores vs the SZ-31MR iHS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon N vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot N and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The entire galleries are provided at Canon N Gallery and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon N over the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS
N | SZ-31MR iHS | |||
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Released | January 2013 | February 2012 | Fresher by 12 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-31MR iHS over the Canon N
SZ-31MR iHS | N | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 461k | Clearer display (+459k dot) |
Common features in the Canon N and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS
N | SZ-31MR iHS | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Canon N vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon N comes with external measurements of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has sizing of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon N and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the N compared to the SZ-31MR iHS.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the N and SZ-31MR iHS is 93 and 89 respectively.
Canon N vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the N and SZ-31MR iHS.
Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to show extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The fresher N should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
Canon N vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon N vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Specifications
Canon PowerShot N | Olympus SZ-31MR iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot N | Olympus SZ-31MR iHS |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2012-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 5 | Dual TruePic V |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 2248 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.8 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G touch | Hypercrystal III TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1700s |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 9.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 ( 240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 195 grams (0.43 pounds) | 226 grams (0.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 79 x 60 x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 shots | 200 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-9L | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $299 | $0 |