Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus VR-320

Here is a in depth review of the Olympus FE-4030 versus Olympus VR-320, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by Olympus. The image resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the VR-320 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FE-4030 was announced 18 months prior to the VR-320 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the FE-4030 grades against the VR-320 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-4030 & Olympus VR-320. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery & Olympus VR-320 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-4030 has got exterior measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Olympus VR-320 has sizing of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the FE-4030 vs the VR-320.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4030 and VR-320 is 95 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-4030 and VR-320.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos but you have to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older FE-4030 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.