Nikon S100 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS

Below, we are contrasting the Nikon S100 versus Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S100 (16MP) and the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) is fairly similar and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S100 was introduced 5 months prior to the SZ-31MR iHS which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S100 grades against the SZ-31MR iHS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S100 & Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S100 Gallery & Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S100 features outside dimensions of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has sizing of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S100 versus Olympus SZ-31MR iHS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the S100 compared to the SZ-31MR iHS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S100 and SZ-31MR iHS is 94 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S100 and SZ-31MR iHS.

Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures but you have to factor the launch date of the products into consideration.