Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Olympus TG-6

In this article, we are comparing the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Olympus TG-6, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are built by Olympus. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and TG-6 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SZ-31MR iHS was released 8 years prior to the TG-6 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SZ-31MR iHS grades vs the TG-6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS & Olympus Tough TG-6. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery & Olympus TG-6 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS features exterior measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Olympus TG-6 has sizing of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Olympus TG-6 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS vs the TG-6.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-31MR iHS and TG-6 is 89 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through technical specs. The photograph below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-31MR iHS and TG-6.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to result in more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older SZ-31MR iHS will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.