Fujifilm SL300 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS

Here, we will be comparing the Fujifilm SL300 versus Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm SL300 (14MP) and the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL300 was announced within a month of the SZ-31MR iHS so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm SL300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm SL300 matches up versus the SZ-31MR iHS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix SL300 and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm SL300 Gallery and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm SL300 has got external measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") having a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst 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 out the Fujifilm SL300 versus Olympus SZ-31MR iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm SL300 compared to the SZ-31MR iHS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm SL300 and SZ-31MR iHS is 67 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The visual below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm SL300 and SZ-31MR iHS.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to result in greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.