Canon SX210 IS vs Olympus VR-330
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Canon SX210 IS vs Olympus VR-330 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 220g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Announced June 2010
- Replaced the Canon SX200 IS
- Renewed by Canon SX230 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 158g - 101 x 58 x 29mm
- Introduced February 2011
- Replaced the Olympus VR-320
Canon SX210 IS vs Olympus VR-330 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon SX210 IS and Olympus VR-330, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the VR-330 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe SX210 IS was released 7 months earlier than the VR-330 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX210 IS matches up vs the VR-330 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX210 IS vs Olympus VR-330 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Olympus VR-330. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Olympus VR-330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the Olympus VR-330
SX210 IS | VR-330 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-330 over the Canon SX210 IS
VR-330 | SX210 IS | |||
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Introduced | February 2011 | June 2010 | Newer by 7 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX210 IS and Olympus VR-330
SX210 IS | VR-330 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Canon SX210 IS vs Olympus VR-330 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX210 IS has got exterior measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Olympus VR-330 has specifications of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
See the Canon SX210 IS and Olympus VR-330 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SX210 IS compared to the VR-330.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX210 IS and VR-330 is 90 and 94 respectively.
Canon SX210 IS vs Olympus VR-330 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX210 IS and VR-330.
As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you will want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged SX210 IS will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Canon SX210 IS vs Olympus VR-330 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Olympus VR-330 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Olympus VR-330 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-06-16 | 2011-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 220g (0.49 pounds) | 158g (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NB-5L | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $226 | $220 |