Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G 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
- Announced July 2011
- New Model is Olympus VR-330
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Revealed August 2012

Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
Here, we are looking at the Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The VR-320 was manufactured 13 months prior to the Galaxy Camera 4G making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the VR-320 grades vs the Galaxy Camera 4G in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VR-320 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The entire galleries are available at Olympus VR-320 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-320 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
VR-320 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Olympus VR-320
Galaxy Camera 4G | VR-320 | |||
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Revealed | August 2012 | ![]() | July 2011 | More recent by 13 months |
Display size | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus VR-320 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
VR-320 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus VR-320 enjoys outside 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the VR-320 vs the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the VR-320 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 94 and 90 respectively.

Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements merely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the VR-320 and Galaxy Camera 4G.
As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to deliver greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older VR-320 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Olympus VR-320 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus VR-320 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-07-19 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | - |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 4.8 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 158g (0.35 lb) | 305g (0.67 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | LI-42B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $179 | $550 |