Olympus VR-330 vs Pentax RZ18

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus VR-330 vs Pentax RZ18, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the VR-330 (14MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The VR-330 was unveiled 7 months earlier than the RZ18 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the VR-330 grades vs the RZ18 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VR-330 & Pentax Optio RZ18. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-330 Gallery & Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus VR-330 comes with external dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ18 has sizing of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the VR-330 against the RZ18.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VR-330 and RZ18 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The graphic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the VR-330 and RZ18.

To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Pentax RZ18 to give extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older VR-330 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.