Nikon P900 vs Olympus VR-320

Lets look closer at the Nikon P900 vs Olympus VR-320, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the P900 (16MP) and the VR-320 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P900 was released 3 years after the VR-320 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P900 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus VR-320 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the P900 scores versus the VR-320 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P900 and Olympus VR-320. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon P900 Gallery and Olympus VR-320 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon P900 has got exterior measurements of 140mm x 103mm x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") along with a weight of 899 grams (1.98 lbs) whilst the Olympus VR-320 has sizing of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the Nikon P900 vs Olympus VR-320 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the P900 and the VR-320.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the P900 and VR-320 is 52 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking specifications. The picture underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the P900 and VR-320.

Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon P900 to give greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger P900 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.