Fujifilm XP50 vs Olympus VR-340

The following is a in depth comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 vs Olympus VR-340, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the VR-340 (16MP) is very similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP50 was launched about the same time to the VR-340 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm XP50 grades against the VR-340 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 & Olympus VR-340. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery & Olympus VR-340 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP50 has outer dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 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).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 vs the VR-340.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP50 and VR-340 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The pic here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP50 and VR-340.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Olympus VR-340 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively.