Nikon A1000 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon A1000 versus Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A1000 was revealed 7 years after the SZ-31MR iHS which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the A1000 matches up vs the SZ-31MR iHS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix A1000 and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The full galleries are available at Nikon A1000 Gallery and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon A1000 has got exterior measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has proportions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Examine the Nikon A1000 versus Olympus SZ-31MR iHS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the A1000 versus the SZ-31MR iHS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A1000 and SZ-31MR iHS is 86 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specs. The pic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A1000 and SZ-31MR iHS.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you have to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The younger A1000 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.