Olympus SP-100 vs Olympus VR-320

On this page, we are evaluating the Olympus SP-100 versus Olympus VR-320, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are produced by Olympus. The resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the VR-320 (14MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-100 was released 2 years after the VR-320 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus VR-320 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the SP-100 scores versus the VR-320 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Olympus VR-320. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Olympus VR-320 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-100 features physical measurements of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") along with a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the Olympus VR-320 has measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SP-100 versus Olympus VR-320 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-100 and the VR-320.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-100 and VR-320 is 63 and 94 respectively.

Often, its difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by looking through specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-100 and VR-320.

To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus SP-100 to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger SP-100 provides an edge in sensor technology.