Olympus VR-320 vs Panasonic LF1

On this page, we will be matching up the Olympus VR-320 versus Panasonic LF1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is pretty similar but the VR-320 (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The VR-320 was released 3 years earlier than the LF1 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the VR-320 scores against the LF1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VR-320 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus VR-320 Gallery & Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus VR-320 has got physical measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic LF1 has specifications of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Look at the Olympus VR-320 versus Panasonic LF1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the VR-320 and the LF1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the VR-320 and LF1 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The pic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the VR-320 and LF1.

All in all, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The VR-320 featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Olympus VR-320 will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged VR-320 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.