Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Pentax E70

In this article, we will be contrasting the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Pentax E70, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and E70 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was brought out 3 years after the E70 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the SZ-31MR iHS scores against the E70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS & Pentax Optio E70. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery & Pentax E70 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS comes with external measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Pentax E70 has specifications of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Pentax E70 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS compared to the E70.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-31MR iHS and E70 is 89 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing technical specs. The picture below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-31MR iHS and E70.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to provide greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher SZ-31MR iHS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.