Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus VR-330
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus VR-330 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Released January 2013
(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
- Succeeded the Olympus VR-320

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus VR-330 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-ZR700 versus Olympus VR-330, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and the VR-330 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR700 was released 2 years later than the VR-330 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the EX-ZR700 grades versus the VR-330 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus VR-330 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 & Olympus VR-330. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery & Olympus VR-330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR700 over the Olympus VR-330
EX-ZR700 | VR-330 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2011 | Fresher by 25 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-330 over the Casio EX-ZR700
VR-330 | EX-ZR700 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR700 and Olympus VR-330
EX-ZR700 | VR-330 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus VR-330 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR700 offers exterior dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Olympus VR-330 has proportions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-ZR700 versus Olympus VR-330 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR700 vs the VR-330.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR700 and VR-330 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus VR-330 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR700 and VR-330.
As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Casio EX-ZR700 to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZR700 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus VR-330 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus VR-330 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Olympus VR-330 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Olympus |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Olympus VR-330 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2011-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 4.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 222 gr (0.49 lbs) | 158 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-130 | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $370 | $220 |