Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic GX8

Here is a extended analysis of the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic GX8, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the GX8 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the SZ-31MR iHS (1/2.3") and GX8 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor size.

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The SZ-31MR iHS was revealed 4 years before the GX8 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SZ-31MR iHS grades vs the GX8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery & Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in 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 GX8 has dimensions of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") and a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic GX8 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS vs the GX8.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-31MR iHS and GX8 is 89 and 74 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-31MR iHS and GX8.

As you can tell, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SZ-31MR iHS having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Panasonic GX8 will resolve more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older SZ-31MR iHS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.