Nikon L28 vs Olympus VR-330
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Nikon L28 vs Olympus VR-330 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Revealed 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
- Released February 2011
- Replaced the Olympus VR-320

Nikon L28 vs Olympus VR-330 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Nikon L28 vs Olympus VR-330, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and VR-330 (14MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The L28 was brought out 2 years after the VR-330 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the L28 scores versus the VR-330 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon L28 vs Olympus VR-330 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L28 and Olympus VR-330. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L28 Gallery and Olympus VR-330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Olympus VR-330
L28 | VR-330 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2011 | More modern by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-330 over the Nikon L28
VR-330 | L28 | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L28 and Olympus VR-330
L28 | VR-330 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Nikon L28 vs Olympus VR-330 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon L28 offers external measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Olympus VR-330 has sizing of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
See the Nikon L28 vs Olympus VR-330 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the L28 versus the VR-330.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L28 and VR-330 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Nikon L28 vs Olympus VR-330 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The pic here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the L28 and VR-330.
Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon L28 to provide you with greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern L28 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon L28 vs Olympus VR-330 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L28 vs Olympus VR-330 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Olympus VR-330 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Olympus VR-330 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-01-29 | 2011-02-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.70 m |
Flash settings | - | 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 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164 grams (0.36 pounds) | 158 grams (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 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 life | 280 photographs | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | LI-42B |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $90 | $220 |