Olympus VR-320 vs Panasonic G2

Here is a extended analysis of the Olympus VR-320 and Panasonic G2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the G2 (12MP) is relatively similar but the VR-320 (1/2.3") and G2 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor size.

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The VR-320 was revealed 13 months later than the G2 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus VR-320 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the VR-320 matches up versus the G2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VR-320 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The full galleries are available at Olympus VR-320 Gallery and Panasonic G2 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VR-320 provides external 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) whilst the Panasonic G2 has dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Check the Olympus VR-320 and Panasonic G2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the VR-320 against the G2.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the VR-320 and G2 is 94 and 72 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The graphic below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the VR-320 and G2.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The VR-320 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Olympus VR-320 will offer extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent VR-320 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.