Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic TS1

Below, we are looking at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Panasonic TS1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and TS1 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was released 3 years after the TS1 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SZ-31MR iHS matches up versus the TS1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS comes with external dimensions 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 TS1 has specifications of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Panasonic TS1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS versus the TS1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-31MR iHS and TS1 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-31MR iHS and TS1.

Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to give more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern SZ-31MR iHS provides a benefit in sensor innovation.