Olympus VR-320 vs Panasonic G7

On this page, we are evaluating the Olympus VR-320 vs Panasonic G7, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the G7 (16MP) is very similar but the VR-320 (1/2.3") and G7 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The VR-320 was released 4 years earlier than the G7 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus VR-320 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the VR-320 matches up against the G7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VR-320 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-320 Gallery & Panasonic G7 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus VR-320 features physical measurements 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 G7 has proportions of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

Check out the Olympus VR-320 vs Panasonic G7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the VR-320 vs the G7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VR-320 and G7 is 94 and 71 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The image underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the VR-320 and G7.

As you can tell, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The VR-320 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic G7 will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged VR-320 is going to be behind in sensor tech.