Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung MV800

Here is a detailed overview of the Olympus VR-330 and Samsung MV800, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the VR-330 (14MP) and the MV800 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The VR-330 was released 6 months prior to the MV800 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief view of how the VR-330 grades vs the MV800 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VR-330 and Samsung MV800. The complete galleries are available at Olympus VR-330 Gallery and Samsung MV800 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus VR-330 features exterior 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 MV800 has specifications of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus VR-330 and Samsung MV800 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the VR-330 versus the MV800.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the VR-330 and MV800 is 94 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The graphic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the VR-330 and MV800.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Samsung MV800 to show extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively.