Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS

In this article, we will be comparing the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both built by Olympus. The image resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-620 UZ was unveiled at a similar time to the SZ-31MR iHS which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the SP-620 UZ grades vs the SZ-31MR iHS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-620 UZ and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-620 UZ has outside dimensions of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") with a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SP-620 UZ against the SZ-31MR iHS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-620 UZ and SZ-31MR iHS is 78 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The photograph below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-620 UZ and SZ-31MR iHS.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you should take the release date of the cameras into account.