Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Samsung ST93

Its time to look more in depth at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Samsung ST93, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the ST93 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was introduced 10 months after the ST93 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SZ-31MR iHS matches up versus the ST93 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Samsung ST93. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery and Samsung ST93 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has physical measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Samsung ST93 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Samsung ST93 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 are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS against the ST93.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-31MR iHS and ST93 is 89 and 97 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-31MR iHS and ST93.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you have to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher SZ-31MR iHS should have an advantage in sensor tech.