Canon SX150 IS vs Olympus VR-320
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Canon SX150 IS vs Olympus VR-320 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Introduced May 2012
- Superseded the Canon SX130 IS
- Updated by Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 158g - 101 x 58 x 29mm
- Revealed July 2011
- New Model is Olympus VR-330

Canon SX150 IS vs Olympus VR-320 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Canon SX150 IS versus Olympus VR-320, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the VR-320 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX150 IS was revealed 10 months later than the VR-320 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX150 IS grades versus the VR-320 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX150 IS vs Olympus VR-320 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS & Olympus VR-320. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX150 IS Gallery & Olympus VR-320 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Olympus VR-320
SX150 IS | VR-320 | |||
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Revealed | May 2012 | ![]() | July 2011 | Fresher by 10 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-320 over the Canon SX150 IS
VR-320 | SX150 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Olympus VR-320
SX150 IS | VR-320 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Canon SX150 IS vs Olympus VR-320 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX150 IS features external measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") and a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Olympus VR-320 has specifications of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check the Canon SX150 IS versus Olympus VR-320 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SX150 IS versus the VR-320.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX150 IS and VR-320 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX150 IS vs Olympus VR-320 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through specs. The visual underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX150 IS and VR-320.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of files although you may want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The younger SX150 IS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX150 IS vs Olympus VR-320 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX150 IS vs Olympus VR-320 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Olympus VR-320 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Olympus VR-320 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-05-14 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 306 gr (0.67 lb) | 158 gr (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 130 shots | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $249 | $179 |