Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung DV300F

Here, we are analyzing the Olympus VR-320 and Samsung DV300F, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The VR-320 was announced 5 months earlier than the DV300F which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the VR-320 grades against the DV300F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VR-320 & Samsung DV300F. The whole galleries are available at Olympus VR-320 Gallery & Samsung DV300F Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus VR-320 has got outer 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) whilst the Samsung DV300F has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the VR-320 and the DV300F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the VR-320 and DV300F is 94 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the VR-320 and DV300F.

Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung DV300F to offer greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images way more aggressively.