Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung PL120

Following is a extended comparison of the Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung PL120, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The VR-320 was brought out 7 months after the PL120 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus VR-320 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the VR-320 matches up vs the PL120 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VR-320 & Samsung PL120. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-320 Gallery & Samsung PL120 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus VR-320 has got exterior 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 PL120 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the VR-320 and the PL120.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the VR-320 and PL120 is 94 and 99 respectively.

Often, it's tough to see the gap between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The image below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the VR-320 and PL120.

All in all, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photos however you should always factor the age of the products into consideration. The younger VR-320 will have an edge in sensor technology.