Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung HZ30W
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![Olympus VR-330 front Olympus VR-330 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-VR-330/Olympus-VR-330-front.jpg)
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Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung HZ30W 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
- Released February 2011
- Old Model is Olympus VR-320
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Announced January 2010
- Also Known as WB600
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Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung HZ30W Overview
Below is a thorough assessment of the Olympus VR-330 and Samsung HZ30W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the VR-330 (14MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The VR-330 was announced 13 months later than the HZ30W which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the VR-330 grades against the HZ30W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung HZ30W Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VR-330 and Samsung HZ30W. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus VR-330 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-330 over the Samsung HZ30W
VR-330 | HZ30W | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | February 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 13 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Olympus VR-330
HZ30W | VR-330 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Olympus VR-330 and Samsung HZ30W
VR-330 | HZ30W | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus VR-330 provides outer 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 Samsung HZ30W has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Examine the Olympus VR-330 and Samsung HZ30W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the VR-330 vs the HZ30W.
![Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung HZ30W size comparison Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung HZ30W size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-VR-330-vs-Samsung-HZ30W-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VR-330 and HZ30W is 94 and 91 respectively.
![Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung HZ30W top view buttons comparison Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung HZ30W top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-VR-330-vs-Samsung-HZ30W-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading specifications. The graphic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the VR-330 and HZ30W.
To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Olympus VR-330 to offer more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher VR-330 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
![Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung HZ30W sensor size comparison Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung HZ30W sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-VR-330-vs-Samsung-HZ30W-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-VR-330-vs-Samsung-HZ30W-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
Olympus VR-330 | Samsung HZ30W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus VR-330 | Samsung HZ30W |
Also called | - | WB600 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-02-08 | 2010-01-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 158 grams (0.35 pounds) | 245 grams (0.54 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $220 | $280 |