Kodak Z915 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS

In this article, we will be contrasting the Kodak Z915 versus Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Kodak and Olympus. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the Z915 (10MP) and SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Z915 was announced 4 years earlier than the SZ-31MR iHS which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Z915 scores versus the SZ-31MR iHS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z915 & Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Z915 Gallery & Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z915 enjoys physical dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has proportions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the Z915 against the SZ-31MR iHS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Z915 and SZ-31MR iHS is 91 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The picture here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z915 and SZ-31MR iHS.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to produce greater detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged Z915 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.