Olympus VR-320 vs Panasonic GX9

The following is a extensive assessment of the Olympus VR-320 versus Panasonic GX9, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the VR-320 (14MP) and GX9 (20MP) and the VR-320 (1/2.3") and GX9 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor size.

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The VR-320 was introduced 7 years prior to the GX9 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VR-320 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the VR-320 matches up against the GX9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VR-320 & Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-320 Gallery & Panasonic GX9 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus VR-320 has got exterior dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX9 has sizing of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") and a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the VR-320 against the GX9.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the VR-320 and GX9 is 94 and 82 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the VR-320 and GX9.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The VR-320 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic GX9 will offer you extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged VR-320 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.