Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Its time to look more in depth at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was launched 12 months before the Galaxy Camera and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SZ-31MR iHS grades vs the Galaxy Camera for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS & Samsung Galaxy Camera. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has got physical measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS vs the Galaxy Camera.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-31MR iHS and Galaxy Camera is 89 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching a spec sheet. The picture here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-31MR iHS and Galaxy Camera.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photos though you need to take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged SZ-31MR iHS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.