Olympus VR-320 vs Panasonic GX1

Lets take a closer look at the Olympus VR-320 versus Panasonic GX1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the GX1 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the VR-320 (1/2.3") and GX1 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor size.

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The VR-320 was brought out 7 months earlier than the GX1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus VR-320 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the VR-320 matches up vs the GX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VR-320 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-320 Gallery and Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus VR-320 enjoys 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) while the Panasonic GX1 has sizing of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus VR-320 versus Panasonic GX1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the VR-320 compared to the GX1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the VR-320 and GX1 is 94 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The photograph below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the VR-320 and GX1.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The VR-320 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic GX1 will show extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older VR-320 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.