Olympus 7000 vs Olympus VR-340

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Olympus 7000 versus Olympus VR-340, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are produced by Olympus. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the 7000 (12MP) and VR-340 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 7000 was launched 4 years prior to the VR-340 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the 7000 matches up vs the VR-340 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 7000 & Olympus VR-340. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 7000 Gallery & Olympus VR-340 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus 7000 offers exterior dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 172 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Olympus VR-340 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 7000 versus Olympus VR-340 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the 7000 versus the VR-340.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 7000 and VR-340 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The picture below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 7000 and VR-340.

To sum up, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Olympus VR-340 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged 7000 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.