Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Olympus 5010

Here, we will be looking at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Olympus 5010, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are offered by Olympus. The resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the 5010 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The SZ-31MR iHS was introduced 2 years after the 5010 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera and the Olympus 5010 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SZ-31MR iHS scores vs the 5010 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS & Olympus Stylus 5010. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery & Olympus 5010 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS offers physical measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Olympus 5010 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Olympus 5010 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS versus the 5010.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-31MR iHS and 5010 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over a spec sheet. The pic below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-31MR iHS and 5010.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to deliver extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent SZ-31MR iHS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.