Olympus VR-330 vs Pentax Q7

On this page, we will be reviewing the Olympus VR-330 vs Pentax Q7, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the VR-330 (14MP) and the Q7 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the VR-330 (1/2.3") and Q7 (1/1.7") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The VR-330 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the Q7 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus VR-330 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the VR-330 matches up versus the Q7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VR-330 & Pentax Q7. The full galleries are available at Olympus VR-330 Gallery & Pentax Q7 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus VR-330 has exterior measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Pentax Q7 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

See the Olympus VR-330 vs Pentax Q7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the VR-330 compared to the Q7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the VR-330 and Q7 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by going through specs. The picture underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the VR-330 and Q7.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The VR-330 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Olympus VR-330 will show greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged VR-330 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.