Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony TF1

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Sony TF1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is pretty similar and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was unveiled 16 months earlier than the TF1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summation of how the SZ-31MR iHS scores versus the TF1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS features exterior dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has dimensions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS against the TF1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-31MR iHS and TF1 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The visual below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-31MR iHS and TF1.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you can expect similar quality of files although you will need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older SZ-31MR iHS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.