Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung HZ10W

Following is a detailed comparison of the Olympus VR-320 versus Samsung HZ10W, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the VR-320 (14MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VR-320 was brought out 2 years after the HZ10W which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the VR-320 matches up versus the HZ10W for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VR-320 and Samsung HZ10W. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-320 Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus VR-320 enjoys physical dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung HZ10W has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Compare the Olympus VR-320 versus Samsung HZ10W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the VR-320 versus the HZ10W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VR-320 and HZ10W is 94 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The picture here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the VR-320 and HZ10W.

As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus VR-320 to produce extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern VR-320 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.