Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Samsung WB35F

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Samsung WB35F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was revealed 23 months before the WB35F making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SZ-31MR iHS scores versus the WB35F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Samsung WB35F. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery and Samsung WB35F Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has got outer measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB35F has specifications of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

See the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Samsung WB35F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS versus the WB35F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-31MR iHS and WB35F is 89 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through specs. The graphic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-31MR iHS and WB35F.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older SZ-31MR iHS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.