Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Pentax WG-10

Here is a extensive assessment of the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Pentax WG-10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was introduced 16 months prior to the WG-10 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SZ-31MR iHS matches up versus the WG-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS & Pentax WG-10. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery & Pentax WG-10 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS enjoys exterior dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Pentax WG-10 has specifications of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS and the WG-10.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-31MR iHS and WG-10 is 89 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-31MR iHS and WG-10.

All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to render extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The older SZ-31MR iHS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.