Olympus SP-100 vs Olympus VR-340

Here is a extensive overview of the Olympus SP-100 versus Olympus VR-340, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both built by Olympus. The image resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the VR-340 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-100 was introduced 2 years later than the VR-340 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus VR-340 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SP-100 grades versus the VR-340 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-100 has got physical measurements of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") having a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Olympus VR-340 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SP-100 and the VR-340.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-100 and VR-340 is 63 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing technical specs. The visual underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-100 and VR-340.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you can expect comparable quality of photos but you might want to take the age of the cameras into account. The newer SP-100 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.