Nikon B700 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Nikon B700 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the B700 (20MP) and SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The B700 was released 4 years after the SZ-31MR iHS which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon B700 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the B700 grades against the SZ-31MR iHS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix B700 and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The complete galleries are available at Nikon B700 Gallery and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon B700 provides physical dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 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).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the B700 compared to the SZ-31MR iHS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the B700 and SZ-31MR iHS is 65 and 89 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The pic here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the B700 and SZ-31MR iHS.

As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon B700 to give you more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher B700 will have an edge in sensor tech.