Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung SL820
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Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung SL820 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 158g - 101 x 58 x 29mm
- Launched July 2011
- Newer Model is Olympus VR-330
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 168g - 95 x 59 x 23mm
- Released February 2009
- Also referred to as IT100

Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung SL820 Overview
The following is a extensive overview of the Olympus VR-320 and Samsung SL820, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The VR-320 was revealed 2 years after the SL820 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the VR-320 scores vs the SL820 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung SL820 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VR-320 and Samsung SL820. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-320 Gallery and Samsung SL820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-320 over the Samsung SL820
VR-320 | SL820 | |||
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Released | July 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 30 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL820 over the Olympus VR-320
SL820 | VR-320 |
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Common features in the Olympus VR-320 and Samsung SL820
VR-320 | SL820 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung SL820 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus VR-320 features physical measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung SL820 has proportions of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the Olympus VR-320 and Samsung SL820 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the VR-320 vs the SL820.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VR-320 and SL820 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung SL820 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The pic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the VR-320 and SL820.
All in all, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus VR-320 to offer you more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The fresher VR-320 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung SL820 Specifications
Olympus VR-320 | Samsung SL820 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus VR-320 | Samsung SL820 |
Also called | - | IT100 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.4-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 4.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 158 gr (0.35 pounds) | 168 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 95 x 59 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | LI-42B | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $179 | $280 |