Olympus VR-330 vs Panasonic FZ28

Below, we will be evaluating the Olympus VR-330 and Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the VR-330 (14MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The VR-330 was manufactured 2 years later than the FZ28 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the VR-330 scores against the FZ28 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VR-330 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus VR-330 Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus VR-330 has got exterior dimensions 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 FZ28 has measurements of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the VR-330 versus the FZ28.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the VR-330 and FZ28 is 94 and 72 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the VR-330 and FZ28.

As you can plainly see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Olympus VR-330 to give you greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher VR-330 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.