Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Samsung GX-1S

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Samsung GX-1S, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Olympus and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the SZ-31MR iHS (1/2.3") and GX-1S (APS-C) possess different sensor measurements.

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The SZ-31MR iHS was brought out 6 years later than the GX-1S and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SZ-31MR iHS grades versus the GX-1S in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS & Samsung GX-1S. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery & Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS features external dimensions 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 Samsung GX-1S has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Samsung GX-1S in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS against the GX-1S.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-31MR iHS and GX-1S is 89 and 68 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The visual below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-31MR iHS and GX-1S.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SZ-31MR iHS featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS will deliver greater detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher SZ-31MR iHS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.