Olympus VR-330 vs Panasonic GX1

Let's look more closely at the Olympus VR-330 versus Panasonic GX1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the VR-330 (14MP) and the GX1 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the VR-330 (1/2.3") and GX1 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizes.

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The VR-330 was introduced 12 months before the GX1 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus VR-330 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the VR-330 matches up versus the GX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VR-330 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus VR-330 Gallery and Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus VR-330 enjoys exterior measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX1 has specifications of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

Check out the Olympus VR-330 versus Panasonic GX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the VR-330 versus the GX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VR-330 and GX1 is 94 and 87 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through technical specs. The image here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the VR-330 and GX1.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The VR-330 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Panasonic GX1 will give more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged VR-330 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.