Olympus E-330 vs Panasonic SZ10

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Olympus E-330 versus Panasonic SZ10, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the E-330 (7MP) and SZ10 (16MP) and the E-330 (Four Thirds) and SZ10 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-330 was launched 9 years before the SZ10 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-330 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the E-330 grades against the SZ10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus E-330 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-330 Gallery & Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus E-330 provides outer dimensions of 140mm x 87mm x 72mm (5.5" x 3.4" x 2.8") and a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ10 has specifications of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-330 versus Panasonic SZ10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the E-330 versus the SZ10.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the E-330 and SZ10 is 65 and 93 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The visual below will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-330 and SZ10.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-330 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic SZ10 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The older E-330 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.