Nikon S100 vs Olympus VR-340

Its time to look more closely at the Nikon S100 and Olympus VR-340, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S100 (16MP) and the VR-340 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S100 was revealed 4 months before the VR-340 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S100 scores versus the VR-340 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S100 and Olympus VR-340. The full galleries are available at Nikon S100 Gallery and Olympus VR-340 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S100 has external measurements of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Olympus VR-340 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check out the Nikon S100 and Olympus VR-340 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the S100 against the VR-340.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S100 and VR-340 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The image below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S100 and VR-340.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures although you have to take the production date of the products into consideration.