Olympus VR-320 vs Ricoh PX

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Olympus VR-320 versus Ricoh PX, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the PX (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The VR-320 was introduced very close to the PX which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the VR-320 grades against the PX in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VR-320 and Ricoh PX. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-320 Gallery and Ricoh PX Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus VR-320 offers physical 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 PX has proportions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Look at the Olympus VR-320 versus Ricoh PX in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the VR-320 versus the PX.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VR-320 and PX is 94 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the VR-320 and PX.

As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Ricoh PX to provide greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively.