Olympus VR-330 vs Panasonic LX100 II

Here, we will be looking at the Olympus VR-330 and Panasonic LX100 II, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the VR-330 (14MP) and the LX100 II (17MP) is relatively similar but the VR-330 (1/2.3") and LX100 II (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizing.

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The VR-330 was brought out 8 years prior to the LX100 II which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VR-330 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the VR-330 matches up versus the LX100 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VR-330 and Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-330 Gallery and Panasonic LX100 II Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus VR-330 has got outer measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic LX100 II has proportions of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") with a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus VR-330 and Panasonic LX100 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the VR-330 versus the LX100 II.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VR-330 and LX100 II is 94 and 81 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specifications. The image underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the VR-330 and LX100 II.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The VR-330 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic LX100 II will offer you greater detail having its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged VR-330 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.