Olympus SZ-12 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS

Below, we will be evaluating the Olympus SZ-12 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both created by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SZ-12 (14MP) and the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-12 was released within a month of the SZ-31MR iHS and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SZ-12 grades against the SZ-31MR iHS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-12 and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-12 offers outer dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst 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).

Analyze the Olympus SZ-12 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the SZ-12 and the SZ-31MR iHS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-12 and SZ-31MR iHS is 89 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-12 and SZ-31MR iHS.

As you can see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively.