Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung HZ10W

On this page, we will be analyzing the Olympus VR-330 and Samsung HZ10W, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the VR-330 (14MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The VR-330 was revealed 22 months later than the HZ10W which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the VR-330 matches up versus the HZ10W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VR-330 and Samsung HZ10W. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-330 Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus VR-330 has got external 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 HZ10W has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus VR-330 and Samsung HZ10W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the VR-330 compared to the HZ10W.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the VR-330 and HZ10W is 94 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the VR-330 and HZ10W.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Olympus VR-330 to produce extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The younger VR-330 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.