Olympus VR-340 vs Panasonic G1

The following is a extended analysis of the Olympus VR-340 versus Panasonic G1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the VR-340 (16MP) and G1 (12MP) and the VR-340 (1/2.3") and G1 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The VR-340 was revealed 3 years after the G1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VR-340 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the VR-340 grades versus the G1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VR-340 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The full galleries are available at Olympus VR-340 Gallery & Panasonic G1 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus VR-340 has got external dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic G1 has sizing of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") having a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

Look at the Olympus VR-340 versus Panasonic G1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the VR-340 versus the G1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the VR-340 and G1 is 96 and 82 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the VR-340 and G1.

As you have seen, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The VR-340 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Olympus VR-340 will offer you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher VR-340 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.