Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic FP1

Let's look a little more in depth at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Panasonic FP1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and FP1 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was announced 2 years after the FP1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SZ-31MR iHS scores against the FP1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery & Panasonic FP1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has 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) and the Panasonic FP1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Panasonic FP1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS compared to the FP1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-31MR iHS and FP1 is 89 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through specifications. The image underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-31MR iHS and FP1.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to show more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The newer SZ-31MR iHS should have an edge in sensor technology.