Olympus VR-340 vs Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC
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Olympus VR-340 vs Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.0-5.7) lens
- 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 367g - 114 x 58 x 50mm
- Introduced August 2010
Olympus VR-340 vs Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus VR-340 and Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Ricoh. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the VR-340 (16MP) and GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe VR-340 was introduced 18 months later than the GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VR-340 being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the VR-340 scores against the GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus VR-340 vs Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VR-340 & Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC. The whole galleries are available at Olympus VR-340 Gallery & Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-340 over the Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC
VR-340 | GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | August 2010 | More recent by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC over the Olympus VR-340
GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC | VR-340 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Screen resolution | 920k | 460k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus VR-340 and Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC
VR-340 | GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Olympus VR-340 vs Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus VR-340 enjoys outer dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 50mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 367 grams (0.81 lbs).
Check the Olympus VR-340 and Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the VR-340 compared to the GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the VR-340 and GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC is 96 and 85 respectively.
Olympus VR-340 vs Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the VR-340 and GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC.
Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Olympus VR-340 to result in extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent VR-340 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
Olympus VR-340 vs Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus VR-340 vs Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC Specifications
Olympus VR-340 | Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model | Olympus VR-340 | Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2012-01-10 | 2010-08-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.7 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.80 m | 4.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) | 367 gr (0.81 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 114 x 58 x 50mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 440 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) ) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $130 | $147 |