Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus VR-330

Here is a extensive overview of the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus VR-330, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are designed by Olympus. The image resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the VR-330 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was released very close to the VR-330 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SZ-30MR grades versus the VR-330 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-30MR & Olympus VR-330. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery & Olympus VR-330 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-30MR enjoys outer measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Olympus VR-330 has dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SZ-30MR vs the VR-330.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-30MR and VR-330 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at specs. The graphic below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-30MR and VR-330.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Olympus SZ-30MR to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively.