Nikon P330 vs Pentax VS20

In this article, we are looking at the Nikon P330 and Pentax VS20, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the P330 (12MP) and VS20 (16MP) and the P330 (1/1.7") and VS20 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The P330 was introduced 14 months later than the VS20 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the P330 grades versus the VS20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P330 & Pentax Optio VS20. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P330 Gallery & Pentax VS20 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P330 features outer dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Pentax VS20 has dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the P330 compared to the VS20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the P330 and VS20 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through specifications. The photograph below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P330 and VS20.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The P330 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Pentax VS20 will provide you with extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher P330 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.