Olympus VR-330 vs Panasonic ZS8

Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus VR-330 vs Panasonic ZS8, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the VR-330 (14MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The VR-330 was unveiled 5 months earlier than the ZS8 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the VR-330 scores against the ZS8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VR-330 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The full galleries are available at Olympus VR-330 Gallery & Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus VR-330 comes with outside measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS8 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus VR-330 vs Panasonic ZS8 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the VR-330 versus the ZS8.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the VR-330 and ZS8 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the VR-330 and ZS8.

Clearly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you can expect comparable quality of files although you really should factor the age of the cameras into account.