Olympus TG-5 vs Olympus VR-330

Here is a detailed assessment of the Olympus TG-5 vs Olympus VR-330, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Olympus. The image resolution of the TG-5 (12MP) and the VR-330 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-5 was unveiled 6 years later than the VR-330 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the TG-5 scores versus the VR-330 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-5 and Olympus VR-330. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-5 Gallery and Olympus VR-330 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-5 has got external measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Olympus VR-330 has sizing of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the TG-5 against the VR-330.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-5 and VR-330 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The photograph below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-5 and VR-330.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus VR-330 to deliver greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher TG-5 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.