Olympus 6010 vs Olympus VR-320

Below, we will be analyzing the Olympus 6010 vs Olympus VR-320, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Olympus. The image resolution of the 6010 (12MP) and the VR-320 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 6010 was introduced 24 months prior to the VR-320 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the 6010 matches up vs the VR-320 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 and Olympus VR-320. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 6010 Gallery and Olympus VR-320 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus 6010 features outer dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) while 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).

Look at the Olympus 6010 vs Olympus VR-320 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the 6010 and the VR-320.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 6010 and VR-320 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 6010 and VR-320.

As you can see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Olympus VR-320 to give greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older 6010 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.