Olympus 8010 vs Olympus VR-340

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus 8010 vs Olympus VR-340, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the 8010 (13MP) and the VR-340 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 8010 was revealed 23 months earlier than the VR-340 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the 8010 matches up vs the VR-340 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 and Olympus VR-340. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 8010 Gallery and Olympus VR-340 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 8010 has physical dimensions of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Olympus VR-340 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus 8010 vs Olympus VR-340 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the 8010 against the VR-340.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 8010 and VR-340 is 92 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The picture underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 8010 and VR-340.

All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Olympus VR-340 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 8010 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.