Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony HX9V

Below is a in depth analysis of the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was released 7 months later than the HX9V so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SZ-31MR iHS scores against the HX9V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS provides outside dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Sony HX9V has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony HX9V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS vs the HX9V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-31MR iHS and HX9V is 89 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-31MR iHS and HX9V.

As you can see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs though you really should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern SZ-31MR iHS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.