Nikon P310 vs Olympus VR-330
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Nikon P310 vs Olympus VR-330 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 194g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Revealed June 2012
- Superseded the Nikon P300
- Later Model is Nikon P330
(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
- Replaced the Olympus VR-320

Nikon P310 vs Olympus VR-330 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon P310 vs Olympus VR-330, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the P310 (16MP) and the VR-330 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The P310 was unveiled 17 months after the VR-330 making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the P310 grades vs the VR-330 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon P310 vs Olympus VR-330 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P310 & Olympus VR-330. The full galleries are available at Nikon P310 Gallery & Olympus VR-330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P310 over the Olympus VR-330
P310 | VR-330 | |||
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Introduced | June 2012 | ![]() | February 2011 | Newer by 17 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-330 over the Nikon P310
VR-330 | P310 |
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Common features in the Nikon P310 and Olympus VR-330
P310 | VR-330 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Nikon P310 vs Olympus VR-330 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon P310 comes with exterior measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Olympus VR-330 has sizing of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Compare the Nikon P310 vs Olympus VR-330 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the P310 and the VR-330.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P310 and VR-330 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Nikon P310 vs Olympus VR-330 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specs. The pic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the P310 and VR-330.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon P310 to provide extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The younger P310 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon P310 vs Olympus VR-330 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P310 vs Olympus VR-330 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P310 | Olympus VR-330 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P310 | Olympus VR-330 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-06-22 | 2011-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | BSI-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 | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 99 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 194 gr (0.43 lbs) | 158 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 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 | 230 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $700 | $220 |