Olympus VR-330 vs Panasonic XS1
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37 Features
38 Overall
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97 Imaging
39 Features
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Olympus VR-330 vs Panasonic XS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 158g - 101 x 58 x 29mm
- Revealed February 2011
- Old Model is Olympus VR-320
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
- Revealed January 2013
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Below is a extensive comparison of the Olympus VR-330 vs Panasonic XS1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the VR-330 (14MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe VR-330 was brought out 23 months earlier than the XS1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the VR-330 scores versus the XS1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VR-330 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-330 Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-330 over the Panasonic XS1
| VR-330 | XS1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Olympus VR-330
| XS1 | VR-330 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2013 |  | February 2011 | More recent by 23 months |
Common features in the Olympus VR-330 and Panasonic XS1
| VR-330 | XS1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lacking Touch screen |
Olympus VR-330 vs Panasonic XS1 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus VR-330 has got physical measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic XS1 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the VR-330 vs the XS1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VR-330 and XS1 is 94 and 97 respectively.
Olympus VR-330 vs Panasonic XS1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The visual underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the VR-330 and XS1.
Plainly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic XS1 to show more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older VR-330 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Olympus VR-330 vs Panasonic XS1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus VR-330 vs Panasonic XS1 Specifications
| Olympus VR-330 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
| Model | Olympus VR-330 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2011-02-08 | 2013-01-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | TruePic III | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-6.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.70 m | 4.40 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic 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) | 103 grams (0.23 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") |
| 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 | - | 260 photos |
| 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 |
| Launch pricing | $220 | $130 |