Olympus VR-320 vs Panasonic ZS35

Let's look more closely at the Olympus VR-320 vs Panasonic ZS35, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VR-320 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the ZS35 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the VR-320 grades against the ZS35 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VR-320 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus VR-320 Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus VR-320 comes with outer dimensions 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 ZS35 has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

See the Olympus VR-320 vs Panasonic ZS35 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the VR-320 versus the ZS35.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the VR-320 and ZS35 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the VR-320 and ZS35.

As you have seen, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic ZS35 to resolve greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older VR-320 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.