Olympus 5010 vs Olympus VR-330

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Olympus 5010 vs Olympus VR-330, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Olympus. The image resolution of the 5010 (14MP) and the VR-330 (14MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 5010 was manufactured 13 months earlier than the VR-330 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 5010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus VR-330 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the 5010 scores against the VR-330 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 5010 & Olympus VR-330. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus 5010 Gallery & Olympus VR-330 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus 5010 provides exterior measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Olympus VR-330 has measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the 5010 vs the VR-330.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 5010 and VR-330 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 5010 and VR-330.

All in all, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photos however you will want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The older 5010 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.