Olympus VR-330 vs Pentax H90
94 Imaging
37 Features
38 Overall
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93 Imaging
35 Features
24 Overall
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Olympus VR-330 vs Pentax H90 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
- Previous Model is Olympus VR-320
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
- Launched January 2010

Olympus VR-330 vs Pentax H90 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Olympus VR-330 and Pentax H90, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the VR-330 (14MP) and the H90 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The VR-330 was announced 13 months after the H90 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the VR-330 scores against the H90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus VR-330 vs Pentax H90 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VR-330 and Pentax Optio H90. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-330 Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-330 over the Pentax H90
VR-330 | H90 | |||
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Launched | February 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 13 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Olympus VR-330
H90 | VR-330 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Olympus VR-330 and Pentax H90
VR-330 | H90 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Olympus VR-330 vs Pentax H90 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus VR-330 provides physical 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 Pentax H90 has specifications of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Look at the Olympus VR-330 and Pentax H90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the VR-330 compared to the H90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VR-330 and H90 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Olympus VR-330 vs Pentax H90 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The pic underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the VR-330 and H90.
Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus VR-330 to deliver extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern VR-330 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Olympus VR-330 vs Pentax H90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus VR-330 vs Pentax H90 Specifications
Olympus VR-330 | Pentax Optio H90 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus VR-330 | Pentax Optio H90 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-02-08 | 2010-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 158g (0.35 lb) | 153g (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | LI-42B | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $220 | $150 |