Olympus VR-340 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

The following is a complete comparison of the Olympus VR-340 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the VR-340 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VR-340 was brought out 7 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera 3G which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the VR-340 scores against the Galaxy Camera 3G with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VR-340 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-340 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VR-340 enjoys 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus VR-340 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the VR-340 and the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the VR-340 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 96 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The image below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the VR-340 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos however you really should take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged VR-340 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.