Canon SX160 IS vs Olympus VR-340

Here, we are contrasting the Canon SX160 IS versus Olympus VR-340, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the VR-340 (16MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was unveiled 18 months after the VR-340 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SX160 IS scores against the VR-340 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Olympus VR-340. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Olympus VR-340 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX160 IS provides outside measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 291 grams (0.64 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).

Compare the Canon SX160 IS versus Olympus VR-340 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SX160 IS versus the VR-340.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX160 IS and VR-340 is 86 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The picture below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX160 IS and VR-340.

Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you would want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent SX160 IS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.