Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Samsung TL350

The following is a complete assessment of the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Samsung TL350, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Samsung. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and TL350 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was launched 24 months after the TL350 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SZ-31MR iHS scores vs the TL350 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Samsung TL350. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery and Samsung TL350 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS offers exterior 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) while the Samsung TL350 has proportions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Samsung TL350 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS and the TL350.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-31MR iHS and TL350 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading technical specs. The pic here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-31MR iHS and TL350.

As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to offer more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The fresher SZ-31MR iHS should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.