Olympus VR-330 vs Ricoh G700SE
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Olympus VR-330 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Replaced the Olympus VR-320
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 307g - 117 x 68 x 32mm
- Released October 2010
Olympus VR-330 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Olympus VR-330 vs Ricoh G700SE, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The image resolution of the VR-330 (14MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe VR-330 was launched 4 months after the G700SE which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the VR-330 scores against the G700SE in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus VR-330 vs Ricoh G700SE Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VR-330 and Ricoh G700SE. The complete galleries are available at Olympus VR-330 Gallery and Ricoh G700SE Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-330 over the Ricoh G700SE
VR-330 | G700SE |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Olympus VR-330
G700SE | VR-330 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 920k | 460k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus VR-330 and Ricoh G700SE
VR-330 | G700SE | |||
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Released | February 2011 | October 2010 | Same generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Olympus VR-330 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus VR-330 offers physical measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Ricoh G700SE has specifications of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).
Look at the Olympus VR-330 vs Ricoh G700SE in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the VR-330 compared to the G700SE.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the VR-330 and G700SE is 94 and 88 respectively.
Olympus VR-330 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions merely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the VR-330 and G700SE.
Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Olympus VR-330 to show more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively.
Olympus VR-330 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Olympus VR-330 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications
Olympus VR-330 | Ricoh G700SE | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model | Olympus VR-330 | Ricoh G700SE |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2011-02-08 | 2010-10-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 158g (0.35 lbs) | 307g (0.68 lbs) |
Dimensions | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
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 | DB-60 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $220 | $0 |