Nikon P1000 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS
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Nikon P1000 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-3000mm (F2.8-8) lens
- 1415g - 146 x 119 x 181mm
- Released July 2018
- Superseded the Nikon P900
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Revealed February 2012

Nikon P1000 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Overview
Here is a thorough analysis of the Nikon P1000 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the P1000 (16MP) and the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The P1000 was released 6 years later than the SZ-31MR iHS and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera.
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the P1000 grades versus the SZ-31MR iHS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon P1000 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P1000 & Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P1000 Gallery & Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P1000 over the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS
P1000 | SZ-31MR iHS | |||
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Revealed | July 2018 | ![]() | February 2012 | Fresher by 79 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-31MR iHS over the Nikon P1000
SZ-31MR iHS | P1000 | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon P1000 and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS
P1000 | SZ-31MR iHS |
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Nikon P1000 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P1000 has exterior dimensions of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") and a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Check out the Nikon P1000 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the P1000 vs the SZ-31MR iHS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P1000 and SZ-31MR iHS is 49 and 89 respectively.

Nikon P1000 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The visual below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the P1000 and SZ-31MR iHS.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you can expect similar quality of photographs though you will need to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger P1000 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.

Nikon P1000 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P1000 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P1000 | Olympus SZ-31MR iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P1000 | Olympus SZ-31MR iHS |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2018-07-10 | 2012-02-08 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Nikon Expeed | Dual TruePic V |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-3000mm (125.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-8 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | Hypercrystal III TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 99% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1700 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 9.30 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1415 gr (3.12 lbs) | 226 gr (0.50 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 146 x 119 x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photographs | 200 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I support) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $1,000 | $0 |