Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus VR-330 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the VR-330 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The VR-330 was introduced 24 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the VR-330 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VR-330 & Samsung Galaxy Camera. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus VR-330 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus VR-330 features outside measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the VR-330 compared to the Galaxy Camera.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the VR-330 and Galaxy Camera is 94 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing specs. The pic underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the VR-330 and Galaxy Camera.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera to produce greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged VR-330 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.