Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic G85

Here, we are evaluating the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Panasonic G85, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the G85 (16MP) is very similar but the SZ-31MR iHS (1/2.3") and G85 (Four Thirds) have different sensor measurements.

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The SZ-31MR iHS was brought out 5 years before the G85 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G85 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SZ-31MR iHS grades versus the G85 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery & Panasonic G85 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS features outer 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 G85 has dimensions of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS compared to the G85.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-31MR iHS and G85 is 89 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The image underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-31MR iHS and G85.

To sum up, each of these cameras feature the identical megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The SZ-31MR iHS features the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF trickier. The more aged SZ-31MR iHS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.