Nikon B500 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS

Following is a extended comparison of the Nikon B500 and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the B500 (16MP) and the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The B500 was brought out 4 years after the SZ-31MR iHS which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon B500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the B500 scores versus the SZ-31MR iHS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix B500 & Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The entire galleries are available at Nikon B500 Gallery & Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon B500 comes with outside measurements of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst 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).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the B500 compared to the SZ-31MR iHS.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the B500 and SZ-31MR iHS is 68 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the B500 and SZ-31MR iHS.

Clearly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of files however you should factor the age of the products into consideration. The more modern B500 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.