Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic TS6

Its time to look much closer at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Panasonic TS6, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was introduced 3 years prior to the TS6 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SZ-31MR iHS scores against the TS6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has got physical measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Panasonic TS6 has dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Panasonic TS6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS and the TS6.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-31MR iHS and TS6 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-31MR iHS and TS6.

To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you will need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older SZ-31MR iHS is going to be behind in sensor tech.