Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Pentax RZ18

Here, we are comparing the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Pentax RZ18, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was revealed 5 months later than the RZ18 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SZ-31MR iHS grades vs the RZ18 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS & Pentax Optio RZ18. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery & Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS provides outer measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ18 has sizing of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Pentax RZ18 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS against the RZ18.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-31MR iHS and RZ18 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-31MR iHS and RZ18.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of photos although you need to take the launch date of the products into consideration.