Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony A200

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Sony A200, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Olympus and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and A200 (10MP) and the SZ-31MR iHS (1/2.3") and A200 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The SZ-31MR iHS was revealed 3 years later than the A200 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SZ-31MR iHS scores against the A200 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS & Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery & Sony A200 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS provides 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) whilst the Sony A200 has proportions of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") having a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Sony A200 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS vs the A200.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-31MR iHS and A200 is 89 and 66 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-31MR iHS and A200.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SZ-31MR iHS using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS will offer you extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent SZ-31MR iHS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.