Olympus VR-320 vs Pentax RZ10
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Olympus VR-320 vs Pentax RZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 158g - 101 x 58 x 29mm
- Launched July 2011
- Refreshed by Olympus VR-330
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
- Launched July 2011
Olympus VR-320 vs Pentax RZ10 Overview
Following is a complete comparison of the Olympus VR-320 and Pentax RZ10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is very well matched and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe VR-320 was released at a similar time to the RZ10 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the VR-320 grades versus the RZ10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus VR-320 vs Pentax RZ10 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VR-320 & Pentax Optio RZ10. The complete galleries are available at Olympus VR-320 Gallery & Pentax RZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-320 over the Pentax RZ10
VR-320 | RZ10 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Olympus VR-320
RZ10 | VR-320 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the Olympus VR-320 and Pentax RZ10
VR-320 | RZ10 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | July 2011 | Similar age | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Olympus VR-320 vs Pentax RZ10 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus VR-320 features exterior measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
See the Olympus VR-320 and Pentax RZ10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the VR-320 compared to the RZ10.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the VR-320 and RZ10 is 94 and 92 respectively.
Olympus VR-320 vs Pentax RZ10 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the VR-320 and RZ10.
Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of files though you might want to factor the age of the products into consideration.
Olympus VR-320 vs Pentax RZ10 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus VR-320 vs Pentax RZ10 Specifications
Olympus VR-320 | Pentax Optio RZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus VR-320 | Pentax Optio RZ10 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 158 grams (0.35 pounds) | 178 grams (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 178 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-42B | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $179 | $200 |