Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Pentax E90

Below, we are contrasting the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Pentax E90, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Pentax. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and E90 (10MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was revealed 2 years later than the E90 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SZ-31MR iHS grades vs the E90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Pentax Optio E90. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery and Pentax E90 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. 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) whilst the Pentax E90 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

See the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Pentax E90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS compared to the E90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-31MR iHS and E90 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The visual underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-31MR iHS and E90.

As you have seen, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to result in extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger SZ-31MR iHS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.