Olympus VR-320 vs Panasonic XS1

Below, we will be contrasting the Olympus VR-320 and Panasonic XS1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The VR-320 was introduced 17 months earlier than the XS1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the VR-320 grades versus the XS1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VR-320 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus VR-320 Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Olympus VR-320 features exterior measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic XS1 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Examine the Olympus VR-320 and Panasonic XS1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the VR-320 against the XS1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the VR-320 and XS1 is 94 and 97 respectively.

Often, it's hard to see the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through technical specs. The image here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the VR-320 and XS1.

As you can tell, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic XS1 to resolve more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged VR-320 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.