Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Olympus VG-145

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Olympus VG-145, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are created by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the VG-145 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was launched 7 months after the VG-145 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera and the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the SZ-31MR iHS grades against the VG-145 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Olympus VG-145. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery and Olympus VG-145 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS features external 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) while the Olympus VG-145 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Olympus VG-145 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS versus the VG-145.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-31MR iHS and VG-145 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specifications. The image here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-31MR iHS and VG-145.

Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SZ-31MR iHS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.