Olympus VR-320 vs Pentax K200D

Here is a detailed analysis of the Olympus VR-320 versus Pentax K200D, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the VR-320 (14MP) and K200D (10MP) and the VR-320 (1/2.3") and K200D (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.

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The VR-320 was introduced 2 years later than the K200D and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus VR-320 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the VR-320 scores versus the K200D in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus VR-320 comes with outside 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 Pentax K200D has sizing of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") having a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the VR-320 versus the K200D.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VR-320 and K200D is 94 and 61 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the VR-320 and K200D.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The VR-320 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Olympus VR-320 will offer extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern VR-320 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.