Canon SX160 IS vs Olympus VR-320

On this page, we are analyzing the Canon SX160 IS versus Olympus VR-320, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the VR-320 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was brought out 24 months later than the VR-320 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX160 IS grades versus the VR-320 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & Olympus VR-320. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & Olympus VR-320 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you should think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX160 IS offers outside measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") and a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Olympus VR-320 has sizing of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SX160 IS against the VR-320.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX160 IS and VR-320 is 86 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The graphic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX160 IS and VR-320.

As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Canon SX160 IS to produce extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern SX160 IS should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.