Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony W220

Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Sony W220, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and W220 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was brought out 3 years after the W220 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SZ-31MR iHS scores versus the W220 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS provides outer measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Sony W220 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Check the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Sony W220 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS against the W220.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-31MR iHS and W220 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Typically, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The picture here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-31MR iHS and W220.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to provide you with extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer SZ-31MR iHS provides a benefit in sensor innovation.