Olympus TG-6 vs Olympus VR-330

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Olympus TG-6 versus Olympus VR-330, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Olympus. The resolution of the TG-6 (12MP) and the VR-330 (14MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-6 was revealed 8 years after the VR-330 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the TG-6 matches up versus the VR-330 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-6 and Olympus VR-330. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-6 Gallery and Olympus VR-330 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus TG-6 comes with exterior dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Olympus VR-330 has specifications of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-6 versus Olympus VR-330 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the TG-6 against the VR-330.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-6 and VR-330 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing technical specs. The picture here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-6 and VR-330.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus VR-330 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The younger TG-6 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.