Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung NX1

In this write-up, we are matching up the Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung NX1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Samsung. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the VR-320 (14MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the VR-320 (1/2.3") and NX1 (APS-C) possess different sensor size.

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The VR-320 was manufactured 4 years before the NX1 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VR-320 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the VR-320 scores against the NX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VR-320 & Samsung NX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-320 Gallery & Samsung NX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus VR-320 has got outer measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1 has sizing of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the VR-320 and the NX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VR-320 and NX1 is 94 and 66 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The image here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the VR-320 and NX1.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The VR-320 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Samsung NX1 will give extra detail due to its extra 14MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged VR-320 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.