Nikon A900 vs Olympus VR-320

Following is a in depth analysis of the Nikon A900 versus Olympus VR-320, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the A900 (20MP) and VR-320 (14MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A900 was released 4 years after the VR-320 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the A900 matches up vs the VR-320 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A900 and Olympus VR-320. The complete galleries are available at Nikon A900 Gallery and Olympus VR-320 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A900 has got outside measurements of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Olympus VR-320 has dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Nikon A900 versus Olympus VR-320 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the A900 vs the VR-320.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the A900 and VR-320 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Often, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The picture here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the A900 and VR-320.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon A900 to give more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The younger A900 will have an advantage in sensor technology.