Olympus VR-330 vs Panasonic TS20
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Olympus VR-330 vs Panasonic TS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 158g - 101 x 58 x 29mm
- Launched February 2011
- Previous Model is Olympus VR-320
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Announced January 2012
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT20

Olympus VR-330 vs Panasonic TS20 Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Olympus VR-330 versus Panasonic TS20, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the VR-330 (14MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The VR-330 was introduced 11 months earlier than the TS20 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the VR-330 grades against the TS20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus VR-330 vs Panasonic TS20 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VR-330 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus VR-330 Gallery & Panasonic TS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-330 over the Panasonic TS20
VR-330 | TS20 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Olympus VR-330
TS20 | VR-330 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2011 | Newer by 11 months |
Common features in the Olympus VR-330 and Panasonic TS20
VR-330 | TS20 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Olympus VR-330 vs Panasonic TS20 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus VR-330 has exterior dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS20 has measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Look at the Olympus VR-330 versus Panasonic TS20 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the VR-330 vs the TS20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VR-330 and TS20 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Olympus VR-330 vs Panasonic TS20 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The image underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the VR-330 and TS20.
Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic TS20 to provide more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged VR-330 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Olympus VR-330 vs Panasonic TS20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus VR-330 vs Panasonic TS20 Specifications
Olympus VR-330 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus VR-330 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT20 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-02-08 | 2012-01-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 158 grams (0.35 pounds) | 142 grams (0.31 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-42B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $220 | $179 |