Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Samsung PL120

In this write-up, we are looking at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Samsung PL120, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was revealed 14 months later than the PL120 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SZ-31MR iHS matches up vs the PL120 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Samsung PL120. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has got outside dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL120 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Samsung PL120 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS versus the PL120.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-31MR iHS and PL120 is 89 and 99 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-31MR iHS and PL120.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to give you greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The newer SZ-31MR iHS provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.