Olympus E-PL7 vs Olympus VR-330

Here, we are evaluating the Olympus E-PL7 versus Olympus VR-330, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the E-PL7 (16MP) and the VR-330 (14MP) is very similar but the E-PL7 (Four Thirds) and VR-330 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-PL7 was manufactured 3 years after the VR-330 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PL7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus VR-330 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the E-PL7 scores versus the VR-330 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PL7 and Olympus VR-330. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL7 Gallery and Olympus VR-330 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PL7 offers physical dimensions of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs) while the Olympus VR-330 has proportions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-PL7 versus Olympus VR-330 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the E-PL7 compared to the VR-330.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL7 and VR-330 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by reading technical specs. The image underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL7 and VR-330.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The E-PL7 because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Olympus E-PL7 will deliver extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The younger E-PL7 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.