Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony H55

Here is a thorough comparison of the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony H55, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the H55 (14MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was manufactured 21 months later than the H55 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SZ-31MR iHS grades versus the H55 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS comes with external measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Sony H55 has dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS compared to the H55.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-31MR iHS and H55 is 89 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The graphic here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-31MR iHS and H55.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to render greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer SZ-31MR iHS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.