Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Samsung TL210

Below is a detailed review of the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Samsung TL210, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and TL210 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was revealed 2 years later than the TL210 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL210 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SZ-31MR iHS scores vs the TL210 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Samsung TL210. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery and Samsung TL210 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has got external 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) and the Samsung TL210 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Samsung TL210 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS versus the TL210.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-31MR iHS and TL210 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-31MR iHS and TL210.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to give you more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more recent SZ-31MR iHS provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.