Olympus VR-320 vs Pentax VS20

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Olympus VR-320 vs Pentax VS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VR-320 was revealed 6 months earlier than the VS20 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the VR-320 matches up versus the VS20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VR-320 and Pentax Optio VS20. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-320 Gallery and Pentax VS20 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus VR-320 offers exterior measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Pentax VS20 has proportions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Compare the Olympus VR-320 vs Pentax VS20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the VR-320 compared to the VS20.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the VR-320 and VS20 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Often, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The visual underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the VR-320 and VS20.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Pentax VS20 to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.