Canon A3500 IS vs Olympus VR-340

Its time to look much closer at the Canon A3500 IS versus Olympus VR-340, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the A3500 IS (16MP) and the VR-340 (16MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A3500 IS was announced 13 months later than the VR-340 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the A3500 IS matches up against the VR-340 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS & Olympus VR-340. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A3500 IS Gallery & Olympus VR-340 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Canon A3500 IS comes with exterior measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Olympus VR-340 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the A3500 IS versus the VR-340.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A3500 IS and VR-340 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A3500 IS and VR-340.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos but you really should factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger A3500 IS should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.