FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus VR-320
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FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus VR-320 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix S3250
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 158g - 101 x 58 x 29mm
- Launched July 2011
- New Model is Olympus VR-330

FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus VR-320 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus VR-320, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S3200 (14MP) and the VR-320 (14MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S3200 was revealed 6 months before the VR-320 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S3200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus VR-320 being a Compact camera.
Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S3200 scores versus the VR-320 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus VR-320 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S3200 & Olympus VR-320. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm S3200 Gallery & Olympus VR-320 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S3200 over the Olympus VR-320
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Reasons to pick Olympus VR-320 over the FujiFilm S3200
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Common features in the FujiFilm S3200 and Olympus VR-320
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | July 2011 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus VR-320 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S3200 offers external measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Olympus VR-320 has proportions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus VR-320 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the S3200 versus the VR-320.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S3200 and VR-320 is 67 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus VR-320 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through technical specs. The image here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S3200 and VR-320.
As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos although you need to factor the age of the cameras into account.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus VR-320 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S3200 vs Olympus VR-320 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | Olympus VR-320 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | Olympus VR-320 |
Also called | FinePix S3250 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-576mm (24.0x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 4.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 540g (1.19 pounds) | 158g (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $190 | $179 |