Olympus VR-320 vs Sony WX5

In this article, we will be comparing the Olympus VR-320 versus Sony WX5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The VR-320 was released 13 months after the WX5 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the VR-320 scores against the WX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VR-320 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-320 Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus VR-320 has physical dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony WX5 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Compare the Olympus VR-320 versus Sony WX5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the VR-320 vs the WX5.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the VR-320 and WX5 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Generally, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the VR-320 and WX5.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus VR-320 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer VR-320 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.