Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Samsung HZ10W

Here is a extended assessment of the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Samsung HZ10W, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was revealed 2 years later than the HZ10W and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SZ-31MR iHS grades versus the HZ10W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS & Samsung HZ10W. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery & Samsung HZ10W Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has got outer measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Samsung HZ10W has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Samsung HZ10W in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS and the HZ10W.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-31MR iHS and HZ10W is 89 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The visual below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-31MR iHS and HZ10W.

All in all, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to provide you with more detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher SZ-31MR iHS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.