Olympus VR-320 vs Panasonic GF5

Below is a extensive assessment of the Olympus VR-320 versus Panasonic GF5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the GF5 (12MP) is relatively close but the VR-320 (1/2.3") and GF5 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The VR-320 was released 8 months before the GF5 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VR-320 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the VR-320 matches up versus the GF5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VR-320 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-320 Gallery and Panasonic GF5 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus VR-320 has 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) and the Panasonic GF5 has measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).

Examine the Olympus VR-320 versus Panasonic GF5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the VR-320 against the GF5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the VR-320 and GF5 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by looking through technical specs. The photograph below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the VR-320 and GF5.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The VR-320 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Olympus VR-320 will result in more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older VR-320 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.