Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony QX10

In this article, we will be contrasting the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Sony QX10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Lens-style by competitors Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the QX10 (18MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was revealed 19 months earlier than the QX10 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SZ-31MR iHS grades versus the QX10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS enjoys external measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Sony QX10 has dimensions of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Sony QX10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS vs the QX10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-31MR iHS and QX10 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-31MR iHS and QX10.

Plainly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony QX10 to provide extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged SZ-31MR iHS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.