Fujifilm S4500 vs Olympus VR-320

Here, we are looking at the Fujifilm S4500 vs Olympus VR-320, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm S4500 (14MP) and the VR-320 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S4500 was unveiled 6 months later than the VR-320 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S4500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus VR-320 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm S4500 matches up versus the VR-320 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S4500 and Olympus VR-320. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S4500 Gallery and Olympus VR-320 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S4500 enjoys exterior measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") with a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs) while the Olympus VR-320 has measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm S4500 vs Olympus VR-320 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm S4500 vs the VR-320.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S4500 and VR-320 is 67 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The graphic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S4500 and VR-320.

Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of photographs although you really should factor the production date of the products into consideration.