Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony A290
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Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony A290 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 549g - 128 x 97 x 86mm
- Introduced June 2010
- Older Model is Sony A230
Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony A290 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony A290, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the A290 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the SZ-31MR iHS (1/2.3") and A290 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SZ-31MR iHS was announced 21 months later than the A290 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony A290 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SZ-31MR iHS scores against the A290 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony A290 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Sony Alpha DSLR-A290. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery and Sony A290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-31MR iHS over the Sony A290
SZ-31MR iHS | A290 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | June 2010 | Fresher by 21 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A290 over the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS
A290 | SZ-31MR iHS | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Sony A290
SZ-31MR iHS | A290 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony A290 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has physical dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Sony A290 has measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") along with a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).
Compare the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony A290 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS vs the A290.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-31MR iHS and A290 is 89 and 66 respectively.
Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony A290 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-31MR iHS and A290.
As you can see, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SZ-31MR iHS using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS will produce extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more recent SZ-31MR iHS will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony A290 Specifications
Olympus SZ-31MR iHS | Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus SZ-31MR iHS | Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2012-02-08 | 2010-06-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Dual TruePic V | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | Hypercrystal III TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.30 m | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 226g (0.50 lb) | 549g (1.21 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 128 x 97 x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 615 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 shots | 290 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-50B | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo, SD/SDHC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $0 | $600 |