Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung NX100

The following is a extensive analysis of the Olympus VR-320 versus Samsung NX100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is very well matched but the VR-320 (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) come with different sensor measurements.

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The VR-320 was revealed 11 months after the NX100 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VR-320 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the VR-320 matches up versus the NX100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VR-320 and Samsung NX100. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-320 Gallery and Samsung NX100 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus VR-320 enjoys outside dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung NX100 has specifications of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus VR-320 versus Samsung NX100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the VR-320 versus the NX100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the VR-320 and NX100 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The image below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the VR-320 and NX100.

To sum up, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The VR-320 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX100 will give greater detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent VR-320 should have a benefit in sensor technology.