Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung NX3000

Here is a detailed overview of the Olympus VR-320 versus Samsung NX3000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the VR-320 (14MP) and NX3000 (20MP) and the VR-320 (1/2.3") and NX3000 (APS-C) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The VR-320 was revealed 3 years prior to the NX3000 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus VR-320 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the VR-320 grades vs the NX3000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VR-320 & Samsung NX3000. The full galleries are available at Olympus VR-320 Gallery & Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you need to factor 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") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX3000 has specifications of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Look at the Olympus VR-320 versus Samsung NX3000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the VR-320 versus the NX3000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the VR-320 and NX3000 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the VR-320 and NX3000.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The VR-320 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX3000 will give greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The older VR-320 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.