Olympus VR-340 vs Panasonic FH6

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus VR-340 vs Panasonic FH6, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the VR-340 (16MP) and the FH6 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The VR-340 was launched at a similar time to the FH6 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the VR-340 grades versus the FH6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VR-340 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus VR-340 Gallery and Panasonic FH6 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VR-340 offers external dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic FH6 has dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the VR-340 versus the FH6.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VR-340 and FH6 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The graphic here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the VR-340 and FH6.

All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus VR-340 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively.