Nikon P300 vs Olympus VR-320

Here, we are reviewing the Nikon P300 vs Olympus VR-320, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the P300 (12MP) and the VR-320 (14MP) is very close and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P300 was manufactured at a similar time to the VR-320 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the P300 matches up against the VR-320 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Olympus VR-320. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P300 Gallery and Olympus VR-320 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon P300 provides outer dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Olympus VR-320 has proportions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Look at the Nikon P300 vs Olympus VR-320 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the P300 against the VR-320.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the P300 and VR-320 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The visual below should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P300 and VR-320.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus VR-320 to render extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively.