Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Samsung NX200

Below is a in depth comparison of the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Samsung NX200, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the NX200 (20MP) is pretty close but the SZ-31MR iHS (1/2.3") and NX200 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The SZ-31MR iHS was announced very close to the NX200 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SZ-31MR iHS scores against the NX200 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Samsung NX200. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery and Samsung NX200 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has got physical measurements 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 NX200 has proportions of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Samsung NX200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS versus the NX200.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-31MR iHS and NX200 is 89 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-31MR iHS and NX200.

Plainly, both of those cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SZ-31MR iHS having a smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Samsung NX200 will result in extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively.