Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Olympus 8000

The following is a in depth analysis of the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Olympus 8000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by Olympus. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and 8000 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was revealed 2 years after the 8000 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SZ-31MR iHS scores versus the 8000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Olympus Stylus Tough 8000. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery and Olympus 8000 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS comes with physical dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Olympus 8000 has dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Olympus 8000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS vs the 8000.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-31MR iHS and 8000 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through specs. The picture here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-31MR iHS and 8000.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to produce more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent SZ-31MR iHS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.