Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony H50

In this article, we are comparing the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Sony H50, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and H50 (9MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was introduced 3 years after the H50 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the SZ-31MR iHS grades vs the H50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery & Sony H50 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS provides exterior 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) while the Sony H50 has dimensions of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") having a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS versus the H50.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-31MR iHS and H50 is 89 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through specifications. The image here may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-31MR iHS and H50.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to render more detail using its extra 7MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent SZ-31MR iHS is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.