Olympus VR-320 vs Ricoh CX1

Here, we will be contrasting the Olympus VR-320 versus Ricoh CX1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the VR-320 (14MP) and CX1 (9MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The VR-320 was released 2 years after the CX1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the VR-320 scores versus the CX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VR-320 and Ricoh CX1. The complete galleries are available at Olympus VR-320 Gallery and Ricoh CX1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus VR-320 offers external dimensions 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 Ricoh CX1 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Examine the Olympus VR-320 versus Ricoh CX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the VR-320 vs the CX1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the VR-320 and CX1 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Often, its hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading specifications. The image below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the VR-320 and CX1.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Olympus VR-320 to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent VR-320 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.