Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony HX10V

Below is a in depth analysis of the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide

The SZ-31MR iHS was unveiled around the same time to the HX10V so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SZ-31MR iHS scores versus the HX10V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has outer dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Sony HX10V has measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony HX10V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS vs the HX10V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-31MR iHS and HX10V is 89 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out specifications. The graphic here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-31MR iHS and HX10V.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony HX10V to show extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively.