Olympus VR-320 vs Sony HX10V

Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus VR-320 vs Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the VR-320 (14MP) and HX10V (18MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VR-320 was brought out 7 months earlier than the HX10V so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the VR-320 scores versus the HX10V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VR-320 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The entire galleries are available at Olympus VR-320 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus VR-320 has got physical measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony HX10V has measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Compare the Olympus VR-320 vs Sony HX10V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the VR-320 compared to the HX10V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the VR-320 and HX10V is 94 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the VR-320 and HX10V.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony HX10V to produce more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older VR-320 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.