Olympus VR-340 vs Samsung WB750

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Olympus VR-340 vs Samsung WB750, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the VR-340 (16MP) and WB750 (13MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VR-340 was introduced 5 months later than the WB750 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the VR-340 grades versus the WB750 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VR-340 and Samsung WB750. The whole galleries are available at Olympus VR-340 Gallery and Samsung WB750 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus VR-340 has got 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) and the Samsung WB750 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus VR-340 vs Samsung WB750 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the VR-340 versus the WB750.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VR-340 and WB750 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The visual below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the VR-340 and WB750.

All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus VR-340 to produce extra detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively.