FujiFilm S2500HD vs Olympus VR-330
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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Olympus VR-330 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Launched July 2010
- Also referred to as FinePix S2600HD
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Older Model is Olympus VR-320

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Olympus VR-330 Overview
Here is a thorough analysis of the FujiFilm S2500HD vs Olympus VR-330, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the S2500HD (12MP) and the VR-330 (14MP) is fairly similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S2500HD was revealed 7 months before the VR-330 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus VR-330 being a Compact camera.
Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S2500HD grades against the VR-330 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Olympus VR-330 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD and Olympus VR-330. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery and Olympus VR-330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2500HD over the Olympus VR-330
S2500HD | VR-330 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus VR-330 over the FujiFilm S2500HD
VR-330 | S2500HD | |||
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Introduced | February 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | Fresher by 7 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2500HD and Olympus VR-330
S2500HD | VR-330 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
FujiFilm S2500HD vs Olympus VR-330 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S2500HD offers external measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Olympus VR-330 has sizing of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm S2500HD vs Olympus VR-330 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the S2500HD against the VR-330.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S2500HD and VR-330 is 78 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Olympus VR-330 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S2500HD and VR-330.
As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus VR-330 to offer extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The older S2500HD is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Olympus VR-330 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Olympus VR-330 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | Olympus VR-330 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | Olympus VR-330 |
Also called as | FinePix S2600HD | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-07-06 | 2011-02-08 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 4.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 337 grams (0.74 pounds) | 158 grams (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 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 model | 4 x AA | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $200 | $220 |