Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony TX9

Here is a detailed overview of the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Sony TX9, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and TX9 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was announced 20 months later than the TX9 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the SZ-31MR iHS matches up versus the TX9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery & Sony TX9 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS offers 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) while the Sony TX9 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).

Compare the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Sony TX9 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS versus the TX9.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-31MR iHS and TX9 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-31MR iHS and TX9.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to provide you with greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger SZ-31MR iHS provides an edge in sensor tech.