Fujifilm T550 vs Olympus VR-340

Its time to take a deeper look at the Fujifilm T550 versus Olympus VR-340, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and the VR-340 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm T550 was launched 13 months after the VR-340 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm T550 matches up vs the VR-340 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix T550 and Olympus VR-340. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm T550 Gallery and Olympus VR-340 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm T550 features physical measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 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).

Analyze the Fujifilm T550 versus Olympus VR-340 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm T550 and the VR-340.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T550 and VR-340 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by researching specs. The picture below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm T550 and VR-340.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos though you will need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The younger Fujifilm T550 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.