Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon SX240 HS versus Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the SX240 HS (12MP) and SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was revealed within a month of the SZ-31MR iHS so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX240 HS matches up versus the SZ-31MR iHS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The full galleries are available at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX240 HS comes with physical dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 224 grams (0.49 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).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the SX240 HS and the SZ-31MR iHS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX240 HS and SZ-31MR iHS is 91 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX240 HS and SZ-31MR iHS.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively.