Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony WX9

Let's look a bit more closely at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony WX9, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the WX9 (16MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was brought out 14 months later than the WX9 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SZ-31MR iHS grades against the WX9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery and Sony WX9 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has got exterior measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Sony WX9 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Check the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Sony WX9 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS versus the WX9.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-31MR iHS and WX9 is 89 and 99 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by reading specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-31MR iHS and WX9.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of images however you will want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher SZ-31MR iHS should have a benefit in sensor technology.