Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Samsung WB50F

Let's look more closely at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Samsung WB50F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was introduced 23 months before the WB50F making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the SZ-31MR iHS matches up versus the WB50F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Samsung WB50F. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS comes with 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 WB50F has specifications of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

Check the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Samsung WB50F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS versus the WB50F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-31MR iHS and WB50F is 89 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-31MR iHS and WB50F.

As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of photos but you should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged SZ-31MR iHS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.