Casio EX-ZR400 vs Olympus VR-340

Here, we will be matching up the Casio EX-ZR400 and Olympus VR-340, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the VR-340 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR400 was unveiled 13 months after the VR-340 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the EX-ZR400 grades versus the VR-340 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 and Olympus VR-340. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery and Olympus VR-340 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR400 enjoys physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Olympus VR-340 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-ZR400 and Olympus VR-340 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR400 compared to the VR-340.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR400 and VR-340 is 92 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR400 and VR-340.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images although you should take the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent EX-ZR400 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.