Nikon S3500 vs Olympus VR-330

Following is a in depth assessment of the Nikon S3500 vs Olympus VR-330, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the S3500 (20MP) and VR-330 (14MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S3500 was released 2 years after the VR-330 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S3500 matches up versus the VR-330 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3500 and Olympus VR-330. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S3500 Gallery and Olympus VR-330 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3500 features physical dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Olympus VR-330 has proportions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S3500 vs Olympus VR-330 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the S3500 and the VR-330.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S3500 and VR-330 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at specs. The image here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3500 and VR-330.

All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S3500 to give greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern S3500 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.