Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic FS15

On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Panasonic FS15, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and FS15 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was unveiled 3 years after the FS15 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SZ-31MR iHS scores vs the FS15 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery & Panasonic FS15 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS enjoys 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 FS15 has specifications of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Check the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Panasonic FS15 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS versus the FS15.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-31MR iHS and FS15 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specifications. The image underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-31MR iHS and FS15.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to produce more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively. The fresher SZ-31MR iHS will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.