Olympus VR-340 vs Panasonic TS25

Lets look more closely at the Olympus VR-340 vs Panasonic TS25, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the VR-340 (16MP) and the TS25 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VR-340 was launched 12 months prior to the TS25 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the VR-340 scores vs the TS25 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VR-340 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus VR-340 Gallery and Panasonic TS25 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus VR-340 enjoys exterior measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic TS25 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

See the Olympus VR-340 vs Panasonic TS25 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the VR-340 compared to the TS25.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the VR-340 and TS25 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing specifications. The visual underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the VR-340 and TS25.

To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should always consider the release date of the cameras into account. The older VR-340 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.