Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Olympus VR-340

Following is a detailed assessment of the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Olympus VR-340, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the VR-340 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR1000 was launched 9 months after the VR-340 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the EX-ZR1000 grades versus the VR-340 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 and Olympus VR-340. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery and Olympus VR-340 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR1000 comes with exterior measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Olympus VR-340 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Olympus VR-340 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZR1000 against the VR-340.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR1000 and VR-340 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by going through technical specs. The image here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR1000 and VR-340.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos though you have to take the production date of the cameras into account. The newer EX-ZR1000 provides an advantage in sensor tech.