Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony HX7V

Following is a detailed assessment of the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony HX7V, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was announced 7 months after the HX7V which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SZ-31MR iHS grades against the HX7V for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has exterior dimensions 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 HX7V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony HX7V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS compared to the HX7V.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-31MR iHS and HX7V is 89 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-31MR iHS and HX7V.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files but you have to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer SZ-31MR iHS provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.