Olympus VR-320 vs Sony WX10

Here, we are looking at the Olympus VR-320 vs Sony WX10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The VR-320 was revealed 7 months later than the WX10 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the VR-320 scores vs the WX10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VR-320 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The full galleries are provided at Olympus VR-320 Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus VR-320 provides external dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony WX10 has proportions of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

Look at the Olympus VR-320 vs Sony WX10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the VR-320 versus the WX10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VR-320 and WX10 is 94 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the VR-320 and WX10.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony WX10 to show extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images way more aggressively. The younger VR-320 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.