Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony HX50V
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Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony HX50V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5 - 6.3) lens
- 272g - 108 x 64 x 38mm
- Released April 2013
- Replaced the Sony HX30V
Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony HX50V Overview
Below is a in depth review of the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SZ-31MR iHS was revealed 14 months prior to the HX50V which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SZ-31MR iHS grades versus the HX50V for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony HX50V Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-31MR iHS over the Sony HX50V
SZ-31MR iHS | HX50V | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony HX50V over the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS
HX50V | SZ-31MR iHS | |||
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Released | April 2013 | February 2012 | More recent by 14 months | |
Manually focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen resolution | 921k | 920k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Sony HX50V
SZ-31MR iHS | HX50V | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony HX50V Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS offers physical 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) while the Sony HX50V has specifications of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).
See the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony HX50V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS versus the HX50V.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-31MR iHS and HX50V is 89 and 89 respectively.
Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony HX50V Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing specs. The photograph below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-31MR iHS and HX50V.
All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony HX50V to result in more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older SZ-31MR iHS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony HX50V Specifications
Olympus SZ-31MR iHS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus SZ-31MR iHS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-02-08 | 2013-04-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Dual TruePic V | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 2920 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.5 - 6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | Hypercrystal III TFT Color LCD | XtraFine LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1700s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 9.30 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 226g (0.50 pounds) | 272g (0.60 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 108 x 64 x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photos | 400 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-50B | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $0 | $439 |