Nikon S33 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Nikon S33 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S33 (13MP) and the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) is relatively similar but the S33 (1/3.1") and SZ-31MR iHS (1/2.3") possess different sensor size.

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The S33 was introduced 3 years after the SZ-31MR iHS which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the S33 scores versus the SZ-31MR iHS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S33 and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S33 Gallery and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S33 has got physical dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the S33 against the SZ-31MR iHS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S33 and SZ-31MR iHS is 91 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The picture underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S33 and SZ-31MR iHS.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S33 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS will offer you more detail using its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent S33 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.