Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic LS5

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic LS5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was introduced 7 months later than the LS5 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the SZ-31MR iHS matches up vs the LS5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery and Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS provides outer measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LS5 has proportions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic LS5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS versus the LS5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-31MR iHS and LS5 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The photograph below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-31MR iHS and LS5.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to render greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern SZ-31MR iHS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.