Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus VR-330

Here, we will be looking at the Nikon S1000pj and Olympus VR-330, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the VR-330 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was introduced 18 months prior to the VR-330 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S1000pj scores vs the VR-330 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj & Olympus VR-330. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S1000pj Gallery & Olympus VR-330 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S1000pj offers exterior measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Olympus VR-330 has sizing of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S1000pj and Olympus VR-330 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the S1000pj vs the VR-330.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S1000pj and VR-330 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1000pj and VR-330.

As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Olympus VR-330 to deliver more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older S1000pj is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.