Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS

Here is a extended review of the Fujifilm XP70 and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP70 (16MP) and the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP70 was announced 24 months later than the SZ-31MR iHS making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm XP70 grades vs the SZ-31MR iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP70 & Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP70 Gallery & Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP70 features outside dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm XP70 and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XP70 and the SZ-31MR iHS.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP70 and SZ-31MR iHS is 93 and 89 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The visual below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP70 and SZ-31MR iHS.

Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of images but you will want to take the age of the cameras into account. The newer Fujifilm XP70 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.