Olympus VR-340 vs Panasonic ZS7

Following is a in depth analysis of the Olympus VR-340 versus Panasonic ZS7, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the VR-340 (16MP) and ZS7 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VR-340 was released 6 months after the ZS7 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the VR-340 grades versus the ZS7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VR-340 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-340 Gallery & Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus VR-340 has physical dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS7 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the VR-340 against the ZS7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the VR-340 and ZS7 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the VR-340 and ZS7.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Olympus VR-340 to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively.