Nikon S6000 vs Olympus VR-330
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Nikon S6000 vs Olympus VR-330 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 156g - 97 x 55 x 25mm
- Released February 2010
(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
- Revealed February 2011
- Succeeded the Olympus VR-320

Nikon S6000 vs Olympus VR-330 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Nikon S6000 and Olympus VR-330, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the VR-330 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The S6000 was revealed 12 months earlier than the VR-330 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the S6000 matches up vs the VR-330 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S6000 vs Olympus VR-330 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Olympus VR-330. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Olympus VR-330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Olympus VR-330
S6000 | VR-330 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus VR-330 over the Nikon S6000
VR-330 | S6000 | |||
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Revealed | February 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 12 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S6000 and Olympus VR-330
S6000 | VR-330 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S6000 vs Olympus VR-330 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6000 features physical measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Olympus VR-330 has dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S6000 and Olympus VR-330 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the S6000 versus the VR-330.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S6000 and VR-330 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S6000 vs Olympus VR-330 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The pic here may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S6000 and VR-330.
Clearly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos although you have to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged S6000 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Nikon S6000 vs Olympus VR-330 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6000 vs Olympus VR-330 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Olympus VR-330 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Olympus VR-330 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-02-03 | 2011-02-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | 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 diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | 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 | 156 grams (0.34 lb) | 158 grams (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 ID | EN-EL12 | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $300 | $220 |