Olympus VR-340 vs Sony HX7V

Below is a comprehensive review of the Olympus VR-340 and Sony HX7V, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the VR-340 (16MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The VR-340 was brought out 6 months later than the HX7V and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the VR-340 scores vs the HX7V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VR-340 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The entire galleries are available at Olympus VR-340 Gallery and Sony HX7V Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VR-340 comes with outer measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony HX7V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus VR-340 and Sony HX7V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the VR-340 versus the HX7V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VR-340 and HX7V is 96 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The visual underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the VR-340 and HX7V.

All in all, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of files however you will need to factor the release date of the cameras into account.