Olympus VR-330 vs Panasonic ZS10

Following is a in depth review of the Olympus VR-330 vs Panasonic ZS10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the VR-330 (14MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The VR-330 was revealed very close to the ZS10 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the VR-330 matches up versus the ZS10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VR-330 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The full galleries are available at Olympus VR-330 Gallery & Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VR-330 enjoys exterior dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS10 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the VR-330 against the ZS10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VR-330 and ZS10 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through specifications. The picture below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the VR-330 and ZS10.

Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you may want to consider the age of the cameras into account.