FujiFilm AX350 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS

Let's examine more closely at the FujiFilm AX350 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the AX350 (16MP) and the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AX350 was introduced 13 months earlier than the SZ-31MR iHS which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the AX350 scores against the SZ-31MR iHS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix AX350 and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm AX350 Gallery and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm AX350 has got external measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has specifications of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm AX350 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the AX350 vs the SZ-31MR iHS.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the AX350 and SZ-31MR iHS is 94 and 89 respectively.

Generally, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements only by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the AX350 and SZ-31MR iHS.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older AX350 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.