Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Olympus VR-320

Below, we will be contrasting the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Olympus VR-320, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are offered by Olympus. The resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the VR-320 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was unveiled 7 months later than the VR-320 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SZ-31MR iHS scores against the VR-320 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Olympus VR-320. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery and Olympus VR-320 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS offers outside dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Olympus VR-320 has proportions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Olympus VR-320 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS versus the VR-320.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-31MR iHS and VR-320 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-31MR iHS and VR-320.

Clearly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to produce extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern SZ-31MR iHS will have an edge in sensor tech.