Nikon P500 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS

Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon P500 versus Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the P500 (12MP) and SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P500 was introduced 12 months before the SZ-31MR iHS which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the P500 grades vs the SZ-31MR iHS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P500 and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P500 Gallery and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon P500 provides physical measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 103mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 4.1") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has proportions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check out the Nikon P500 versus Olympus SZ-31MR iHS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the P500 against the SZ-31MR iHS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P500 and SZ-31MR iHS is 67 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The image underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the P500 and SZ-31MR iHS.

To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to provide more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged P500 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.