Nikon W300 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS
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Nikon W300 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 231g - 112 x 66 x 29mm
- Launched May 2017
(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
- Released February 2012

Nikon W300 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Overview
Lets look much closer at the Nikon W300 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the W300 (16MP) and the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The W300 was unveiled 5 years later than the SZ-31MR iHS and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the W300 scores against the SZ-31MR iHS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon W300 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix W300 & Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The full galleries are provided at Nikon W300 Gallery & Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS
W300 | SZ-31MR iHS | |||
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Released | May 2017 | ![]() | February 2012 | Fresher by 65 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-31MR iHS over the Nikon W300
SZ-31MR iHS | W300 | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon W300 and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS
W300 | SZ-31MR iHS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Nikon W300 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon W300 provides exterior dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has sizing of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Compare the Nikon W300 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the W300 vs the SZ-31MR iHS.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the W300 and SZ-31MR iHS is 91 and 89 respectively.

Nikon W300 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the W300 and SZ-31MR iHS.
Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photos although you might want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more modern W300 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Nikon W300 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix W300 | Olympus SZ-31MR iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix W300 | Olympus SZ-31MR iHS |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2017-05-31 | 2012-02-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Dual TruePic V |
Sensor type | - | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 921k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | Hypercrystal III TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1700 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames per second | 7.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) | 9.30 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 231g (0.51 lbs) | 226g (0.50 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 280 photographs | 200 photographs |
Type of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5 and 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $387 | $0 |