Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic L1

Below is a extensive comparison of the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Panasonic L1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and L1 (7MP) and the SZ-31MR iHS (1/2.3") and L1 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The SZ-31MR iHS was announced 4 years later than the L1 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic L1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SZ-31MR iHS grades vs the L1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery and Panasonic L1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has outside measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Panasonic L1 has proportions of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Panasonic L1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS vs the L1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-31MR iHS and L1 is 89 and 65 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-31MR iHS and L1.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SZ-31MR iHS using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS will offer you extra detail with its extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The fresher SZ-31MR iHS should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.