Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Olympus TG-810

Lets take a deeper look at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Olympus TG-810, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are built by Olympus. The image resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the TG-810 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was released 6 months later than the TG-810 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SZ-31MR iHS matches up versus the TG-810 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Olympus TG-810. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery and Olympus TG-810 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS offers exterior measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Olympus TG-810 has sizing of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check out the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Olympus TG-810 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS versus the TG-810.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-31MR iHS and TG-810 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The graphic here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-31MR iHS and TG-810.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to show greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively.