Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic ZS35

Its time to examine more closely at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic ZS35, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is pretty similar and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was brought out 23 months before the ZS35 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SZ-31MR iHS matches up versus the ZS35 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery & Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS offers exterior measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS35 has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic ZS35 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS versus the ZS35.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-31MR iHS and ZS35 is 89 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-31MR iHS and ZS35.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures however you should consider the age of the products into consideration. The more aged SZ-31MR iHS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.