Olympus VR-340 vs Sony W650

In this article, we are matching up the Olympus VR-340 and Sony W650, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the VR-340 (16MP) and the W650 (16MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The VR-340 was manufactured about the same time to the W650 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the VR-340 scores against the W650 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VR-340 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The entire galleries are available at Olympus VR-340 Gallery & Sony W650 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus VR-340 offers outside dimensions 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 W650 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Compare the Olympus VR-340 and Sony W650 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the VR-340 against the W650.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the VR-340 and W650 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching specs. The image below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the VR-340 and W650.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you may want to consider the age of the cameras into account.