Olympus VR-330 vs Panasonic ZS50

Below, we will be matching up the Olympus VR-330 and Panasonic ZS50, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the VR-330 (14MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The VR-330 was introduced 4 years before the ZS50 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the VR-330 scores against the ZS50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VR-330 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The whole galleries are available at Olympus VR-330 Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus VR-330 features exterior 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 ZS50 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Examine the Olympus VR-330 and Panasonic ZS50 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the VR-330 compared to the ZS50.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VR-330 and ZS50 is 94 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the VR-330 and ZS50.

Clearly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Olympus VR-330 to produce extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The older VR-330 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.