Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony W610

Following is a in-depth review of the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Sony W610, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the W610 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was revealed about the same time to the W610 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SZ-31MR iHS grades vs the W610 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery & Sony W610 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has external dimensions 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 W610 has sizing of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Sony W610 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS against the W610.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-31MR iHS and W610 is 89 and 97 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The image below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-31MR iHS and W610.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to give you extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively.