Fujifilm S4800 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS

The following is a detailed assessment of the Fujifilm S4800 versus Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm S4800 (16MP) and the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S4800 was launched 12 months after the SZ-31MR iHS so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S4800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm S4800 matches up vs the SZ-31MR iHS for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S4800 and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S4800 Gallery and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S4800 offers exterior dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") with a weight of 518 grams (1.14 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm S4800 versus Olympus SZ-31MR iHS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm S4800 versus the SZ-31MR iHS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S4800 and SZ-31MR iHS is 66 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S4800 and SZ-31MR iHS.

As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photos though you really should take the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent Fujifilm S4800 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.