Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Pentax RS1500

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Pentax RS1500, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was introduced 11 months later than the RS1500 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SZ-31MR iHS matches up vs the RS1500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS & Pentax Optio RS1500. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery & Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS features outside measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Pentax RS1500 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Pentax RS1500 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS against the RS1500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-31MR iHS and RS1500 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-31MR iHS and RS1500.

As you can tell, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to provide you with extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer SZ-31MR iHS is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.