Canon A3200 IS vs Olympus VH-410

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon A3200 IS and Olympus VH-410, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the A3200 IS (14MP) and the VH-410 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A3200 IS was introduced 19 months prior to the VH-410 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the A3200 IS grades vs the VH-410 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A3200 IS and Olympus VH-410. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A3200 IS Gallery and Olympus VH-410 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon A3200 IS comes with outer measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Olympus VH-410 has proportions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Analyze the Canon A3200 IS and Olympus VH-410 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the A3200 IS versus the VH-410.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A3200 IS and VH-410 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The picture below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A3200 IS and VH-410.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Olympus VH-410 to offer more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged A3200 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.