Nikon L26 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS

In this write-up, we are matching up the Nikon L26 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L26 was revealed at a similar time to the SZ-31MR iHS and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the L26 grades vs the SZ-31MR iHS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L26 & Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L26 Gallery & Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon L26 has got physical measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has measurements 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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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the L26 compared to the SZ-31MR iHS.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the L26 and SZ-31MR iHS is 93 and 89 respectively.

Often, its difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The picture underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the L26 and SZ-31MR iHS.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you can expect similar quality of pictures although you should really take the launch date of the products into consideration.