Canon S110 vs Olympus VR-330

On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon S110 versus Olympus VR-330, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S110 (12MP) and the VR-330 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the S110 (1/1.7") and VR-330 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The S110 was introduced 20 months later than the VR-330 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S110 matches up vs the VR-330 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S110 & Olympus VR-330. The whole galleries are available at Canon S110 Gallery & Olympus VR-330 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon S110 comes with outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Olympus VR-330 has specifications of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Canon S110 versus Olympus VR-330 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S110 and the VR-330.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S110 and VR-330 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S110 and VR-330.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S110 with its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Olympus VR-330 will resolve greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger S110 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.