Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus VR-320

In this write-up, we are looking at the Olympus FE-3010 versus Olympus VR-320, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Olympus. The image resolution of the FE-3010 (12MP) and the VR-320 (14MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FE-3010 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the VR-320 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus FE-3010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus VR-320 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the FE-3010 scores vs the VR-320 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-3010 and Olympus VR-320. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery and Olympus VR-320 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-3010 enjoys physical dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Olympus VR-320 has proportions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Look at the Olympus FE-3010 versus Olympus VR-320 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the FE-3010 vs the VR-320.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-3010 and VR-320 is 97 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The image below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-3010 and VR-320.

All in all, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus VR-320 to offer more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged FE-3010 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.