Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic FX78
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Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic FX78 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 142g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Released January 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FX77
Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic FX78 Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic FX78, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and FX78 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe SZ-31MR iHS was introduced 13 months later than the FX78 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SZ-31MR iHS grades vs the FX78 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic FX78 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery and Panasonic FX78 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-31MR iHS over the Panasonic FX78
SZ-31MR iHS | FX78 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | January 2011 | More recent by 13 months | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX78 over the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS
FX78 | SZ-31MR iHS | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Panasonic FX78
SZ-31MR iHS | FX78 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic FX78 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has got external measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Panasonic FX78 has measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Examine the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic FX78 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS and the FX78.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-31MR iHS and FX78 is 89 and 95 respectively.
Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic FX78 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The graphic here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-31MR iHS and FX78.
To sum up, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to provide greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer SZ-31MR iHS should have an edge in sensor tech.
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Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic FX78 Specifications
Olympus SZ-31MR iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus SZ-31MR iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FX77 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-08 | 2011-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Dual TruePic V | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Display resolution | 920 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | Hypercrystal III TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/1400 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.30 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 226 grams (0.50 lb) | 142 grams (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photographs | 200 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $0 | $210 |