Olympus VR-340 vs Samsung DV150F

The following is a thorough overview of the Olympus VR-340 and Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the VR-340 (16MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The VR-340 was launched 12 months before the DV150F so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the VR-340 scores against the DV150F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VR-340 and Samsung DV150F. The complete galleries are available at Olympus VR-340 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VR-340 has got external dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV150F has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus VR-340 and Samsung DV150F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the VR-340 compared to the DV150F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the VR-340 and DV150F is 96 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading through technical specs. The picture here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the VR-340 and DV150F.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of photos though you might want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged VR-340 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.