Olympus VR-320 vs Panasonic FH1
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Olympus VR-320 vs Panasonic FH1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 158g - 101 x 58 x 29mm
- Introduced July 2011
- New Model is Olympus VR-330
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 163g - 98 x 55 x 23mm
- Launched January 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FS10

Olympus VR-320 vs Panasonic FH1 Overview
Following is a in-depth overview of the Olympus VR-320 vs Panasonic FH1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The VR-320 was launched 19 months after the FH1 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the VR-320 scores versus the FH1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus VR-320 vs Panasonic FH1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VR-320 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-320 Gallery and Panasonic FH1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-320 over the Panasonic FH1
VR-320 | FH1 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 19 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Olympus VR-320
FH1 | VR-320 |
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Common features in the Olympus VR-320 and Panasonic FH1
VR-320 | FH1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Olympus VR-320 vs Panasonic FH1 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VR-320 enjoys external dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic FH1 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus VR-320 vs Panasonic FH1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the VR-320 and the FH1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VR-320 and FH1 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Olympus VR-320 vs Panasonic FH1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The image here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the VR-320 and FH1.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus VR-320 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher VR-320 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Olympus VR-320 vs Panasonic FH1 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

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Olympus VR-320 vs Panasonic FH1 Specifications
Olympus VR-320 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus VR-320 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FS10 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-07-19 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 6.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 158 gr (0.35 lb) | 163 gr (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | LI-42B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $179 | $150 |