Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony TX7

Lets look a bit more closely at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony TX7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and TX7 (10MP) and the SZ-31MR iHS (1/2.3") and TX7 (1/2.4") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SZ-31MR iHS was revealed 2 years later than the TX7 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony TX7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SZ-31MR iHS matches up versus the TX7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery and Sony TX7 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS features physical measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Sony TX7 has measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony TX7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS vs the TX7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-31MR iHS and TX7 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-31MR iHS and TX7.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SZ-31MR iHS with its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS will give more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SZ-31MR iHS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.