Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus VR-320

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus VR-320, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both created by Olympus. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and VR-320 (14MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-565UZ was manufactured 3 years prior to the VR-320 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SP-565UZ matches up against the VR-320 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus VR-320. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Olympus VR-320 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SP-565UZ enjoys outside measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Olympus VR-320 has specifications 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 Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus VR-320 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the SP-565UZ vs the VR-320.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and VR-320 is 72 and 94 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The visual below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-565UZ and VR-320.

All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Olympus VR-320 to resolve greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older SP-565UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.