Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus VR-340

Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Casio EX-ZR700 versus Olympus VR-340, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and the VR-340 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR700 was revealed 13 months after the VR-340 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the EX-ZR700 matches up against the VR-340 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 & Olympus VR-340. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery & Olympus VR-340 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR700 features physical measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while 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).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR700 versus Olympus VR-340 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR700 and the VR-340.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR700 and VR-340 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The pic below should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR700 and VR-340.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of files although you should always take the age of the cameras into account. The newer EX-ZR700 provides an advantage in sensor tech.