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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS

Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
53
Overall
44
Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 front
 
Olympus SZ-31MR iHS front
Portability
89
Imaging
39
Features
47
Overall
42

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Key Specs

Casio EX-ZR700
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
  • Launched January 2013
Olympus SZ-31MR iHS
(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
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Overview

Following is a extended review of the Casio EX-ZR700 versus Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR700 was introduced 12 months after the SZ-31MR iHS which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the EX-ZR700 grades vs the SZ-31MR iHS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR700 over the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS

 EX-ZR700 SZ-31MR iHS 
ReleasedJanuary 2013February 2012More modern by 12 months
Manually focus More exact focus
Display resolution922k920kSharper display (+2k dot)

Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-31MR iHS over the Casio EX-ZR700

 SZ-31MR iHS EX-ZR700 
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-ZR700 and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS

 EX-ZR700 SZ-31MR iHS 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display measurements
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR700 offers exterior dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has specifications of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-ZR700 versus Olympus SZ-31MR iHS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the EX-ZR700 and the SZ-31MR iHS.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR700 and SZ-31MR iHS is 91 and 89 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Sensor Comparison

More often than not, its tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The pic here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR700 and SZ-31MR iHS.

Plainly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs but you should really consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher EX-ZR700 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-ZR700
Portrait photography with Olympus SZ-31MR iHS
43
you can focus manually
MP count good (16 megapixels)
supports face detect focusing
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
34
megapixel count decent (16MP)
includes face detection focusing
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZR700 Street photography factors
Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Street photography factors
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has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than others in class (222g)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
64
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes focus by touch
lighter than competition in class (226g)
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-ZR700
Sports photography with Olympus SZ-31MR iHS
50
amazing zoom range (25-450mm 18.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (16MP)
supports tracking focus
good battery (470 CIPA)
continuous shooting slow (3.0 frames/s)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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excellent zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
includes tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
bad battery life (200 per charge)
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZR700 as a Travel photography camera
Olympus SZ-31MR iHS as a Travel photography camera
70
good battery (470 per charge)
lighter than others in class (222g)
MP count good (16MP)
built-in flash
fairly wide (25mm)
long reach (450mm)
missing Time Lapse function
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
67
lighter than competition in class (226g)
includes focus by touch
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
great zoom (600mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
bad battery life (200 shots)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-ZR700
Landscape photography with Olympus SZ-31MR iHS
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you can focus manually
fairly wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (16MP)
good battery (470 per charge)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Time Lapse function
41
pretty wide (25mm)
screen size is decent (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
no manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
no manual control
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
bad battery life (200 CIPA)
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZR700 Vlogging info
Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Vlogging info
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fairly wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than others in class (222g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
missing mic support
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pretty wide (25mm)
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detection focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition in class (226g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
screen isn't selfie friendly
missing external mic port
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZR700 and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS
 Casio Exilim EX-ZR700Olympus SZ-31MR iHS
General Information
Brand Name Casio Olympus
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 Olympus SZ-31MR iHS
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2013-01-29 2012-02-08
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by EXILIM Engine HS 3 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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-450mm (18.0x) 25-600mm (24.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-5.9 f/3.0-6.9
Macro focus range 5cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 922k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen technology Super Clear TFT color LCD Hypercrystal III TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1700 secs
Continuous shutter speed 3.0 frames per second 7.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.70 m 9.30 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 222g (0.49 lb) 226g (0.50 lb)
Physical dimensions 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 470 photos 200 photos
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-130 LI-50B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $370 $0