Olympus VR-320 vs Panasonic ZS25

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Olympus VR-320 versus Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The VR-320 was released 17 months before the ZS25 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the VR-320 scores versus the ZS25 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VR-320 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus VR-320 Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus VR-320 provides physical measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS25 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus VR-320 versus Panasonic ZS25 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the VR-320 compared to the ZS25.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the VR-320 and ZS25 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The visual underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the VR-320 and ZS25.

Plainly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic ZS25 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older VR-320 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.