Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung WB35F
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Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung WB35F 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
- Announced July 2011
- New Model is Olympus VR-330
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2014

Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung WB35F Overview
Following is a thorough overview of the Olympus VR-320 and Samsung WB35F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The VR-320 was brought out 3 years earlier than the WB35F which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the VR-320 matches up against the WB35F for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung WB35F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VR-320 & Samsung WB35F. The entire galleries are available at Olympus VR-320 Gallery & Samsung WB35F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-320 over the Samsung WB35F
VR-320 | WB35F | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Olympus VR-320
WB35F | VR-320 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | July 2011 | More modern by 30 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Olympus VR-320 and Samsung WB35F
VR-320 | WB35F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung WB35F Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VR-320 offers external dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung WB35F has dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Examine the Olympus VR-320 and Samsung WB35F in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the VR-320 and the WB35F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VR-320 and WB35F is 94 and 93 respectively.

Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung WB35F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The pic below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the VR-320 and WB35F.
As you can tell, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung WB35F to offer more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged VR-320 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung WB35F Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung WB35F Specifications
Olympus VR-320 | Samsung WB35F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus VR-320 | Samsung WB35F |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-07-19 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 158 gr (0.35 lbs) | 194 gr (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | LI-42B | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $179 | $130 |