Olympus VR-320 vs Sony A450

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus VR-320 vs Sony A450, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the A450 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the VR-320 (1/2.3") and A450 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The VR-320 was manufactured 19 months later than the A450 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VR-320 being a Compact camera and the Sony A450 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the VR-320 grades vs the A450 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VR-320 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-320 Gallery & Sony A450 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus VR-320 enjoys exterior measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony A450 has proportions of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") and a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus VR-320 vs Sony A450 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the VR-320 versus the A450.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the VR-320 and A450 is 94 and 65 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The visual below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the VR-320 and A450.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical MP albeit not the same sensor measurements. The VR-320 offers the smaller sensor which should make obtaining bokeh tougher. The fresher VR-320 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.