Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Pentax Efina

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Pentax Efina, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the Efina (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was launched 16 months before the Efina which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera and the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SZ-31MR iHS grades versus the Efina with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Pentax Efina. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery and Pentax Efina Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS provides outside dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Pentax Efina has measurements of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

Check out the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Pentax Efina in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS vs the Efina.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-31MR iHS and Efina is 89 and 97 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at technical specs. The picture below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-31MR iHS and Efina.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged SZ-31MR iHS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.