Olympus E-M10 II vs Olympus VR-340

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Olympus E-M10 II vs Olympus VR-340, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are produced by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-M10 II (16MP) and the VR-340 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the E-M10 II (Four Thirds) and VR-340 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The E-M10 II was revealed 3 years later than the VR-340 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M10 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus VR-340 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the E-M10 II grades against the VR-340 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M10 II and Olympus VR-340. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-M10 II Gallery and Olympus VR-340 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-M10 II features physical measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Olympus VR-340 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check out the Olympus E-M10 II vs Olympus VR-340 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the E-M10 II against the VR-340.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M10 II and VR-340 is 82 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M10 II and VR-340.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The E-M10 II has the bigger sensor which should make obtaining bokeh easier. The younger E-M10 II provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.