Canon SX260 HS vs Olympus VR-340

In this article, we will be analyzing the Canon SX260 HS versus Olympus VR-340, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Olympus. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and VR-340 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was manufactured 5 months later than the VR-340 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX260 HS scores vs the VR-340 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Olympus VR-340. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Olympus VR-340 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX260 HS enjoys exterior dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Olympus VR-340 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

See the Canon SX260 HS versus Olympus VR-340 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX260 HS and the VR-340.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX260 HS and VR-340 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching a spec sheet. The visual here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX260 HS and VR-340.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Olympus VR-340 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively.