Olympus VR-340 vs Samsung WB50F

The following is a complete analysis of the Olympus VR-340 vs Samsung WB50F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the VR-340 (16MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is pretty well matched and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VR-340 was launched 24 months earlier than the WB50F which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the VR-340 grades versus the WB50F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VR-340 & Samsung WB50F. The complete galleries are available at Olympus VR-340 Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus VR-340 comes with outer measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB50F has measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the VR-340 compared to the WB50F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VR-340 and WB50F is 96 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specifications. The pic below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the VR-340 and WB50F.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs though you should really factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged VR-340 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.