Nikon L820 vs Olympus VR-320

Here, we are matching up the Nikon L820 vs Olympus VR-320, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the L820 (16MP) and the VR-320 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L820 was manufactured 19 months after the VR-320 making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon L820 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus VR-320 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the L820 matches up versus the VR-320 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L820 and Olympus VR-320. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L820 Gallery and Olympus VR-320 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L820 enjoys physical dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") with a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs) while the Olympus VR-320 has dimensions 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 Nikon L820 vs Olympus VR-320 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the L820 versus the VR-320.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L820 and VR-320 is 72 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The image here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L820 and VR-320.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon L820 to deliver more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher L820 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.