Canon A2300 vs Olympus VR-330

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Canon A2300 and Olympus VR-330, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the VR-330 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A2300 was launched 13 months later than the VR-330 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the A2300 grades vs the VR-330 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2300 and Olympus VR-330. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A2300 Gallery and Olympus VR-330 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2300 offers exterior dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Olympus VR-330 has dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Look at the Canon A2300 and Olympus VR-330 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the A2300 against the VR-330.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2300 and VR-330 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The visual below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2300 and VR-330.

All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Canon A2300 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher A2300 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.