Fujifilm X-S1 vs Olympus VR-330
52 Imaging
38 Features
55 Overall
44
94 Imaging
37 Features
38 Overall
37
Fujifilm X-S1 vs Olympus VR-330 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-624mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 920g - 135 x 107 x 149mm
- Announced November 2011
(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
- Revealed February 2011
- Succeeded the Olympus VR-320
Photography Glossary Fujifilm X-S1 vs Olympus VR-330 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm X-S1 versus Olympus VR-330, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and the VR-330 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") and VR-330 (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm X-S1 was released 10 months after the VR-330 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus VR-330 being a Compact camera.
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X-S1 grades vs the VR-330 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images Fujifilm X-S1 vs Olympus VR-330 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-S1 & Olympus VR-330. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery & Olympus VR-330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-S1 over the Olympus VR-330
| Fujifilm X-S1 | VR-330 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | November 2011 |  | February 2011 | More modern by 10 months |
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-330 over the Fujifilm X-S1
| VR-330 | Fujifilm X-S1 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm X-S1 and Olympus VR-330
| Fujifilm X-S1 | VR-330 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 460k | Equal screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Absent Touch screen |
Fujifilm X-S1 vs Olympus VR-330 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-S1 has external dimensions of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") accompanied by a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) whilst the Olympus VR-330 has specifications of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X-S1 versus Olympus VR-330 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-S1 and the VR-330.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-S1 and VR-330 is 52 and 94 respectively.
Fujifilm X-S1 vs Olympus VR-330 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-S1 and VR-330.
As you can tell, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-S1 due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Olympus VR-330 will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-S1 provides an edge in sensor tech.
Fujifilm X-S1 vs Olympus VR-330 Screen and ViewFinder
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideStreet Comparison
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsSports Comparison
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoTravel Comparison
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsLandscape Comparison
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesVlogging Comparison
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban
Fujifilm X-S1 vs Olympus VR-330 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-S1 | Olympus VR-330 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-S1 | Olympus VR-330 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2011-11-24 | 2011-02-08 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | EXR | TruePic III |
| Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 58.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Max boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 49 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-624mm (26.0x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.0-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 4.1 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT Color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 8.00 m | 4.70 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| 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 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | 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 proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 920 grams (2.03 lbs) | 158 grams (0.35 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 135 x 107 x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | 49 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 20.4 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.2 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 216 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | NP-95 | LI-42B |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $399 | $220 |