Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic GF7

Here, we are comparing the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Panasonic GF7, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the GF7 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the SZ-31MR iHS (1/2.3") and GF7 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SZ-31MR iHS was released 4 years earlier than the GF7 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SZ-31MR iHS matches up vs the GF7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery & Panasonic GF7 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS enjoys outer dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF7 has dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Panasonic GF7 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS compared to the GF7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-31MR iHS and GF7 is 89 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The image below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-31MR iHS and GF7.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical megapixels but not the same sensor sizes. The SZ-31MR iHS includes the smaller sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field tougher. The more aged SZ-31MR iHS will be behind with regard to sensor tech.