Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung NX5

Following is a complete analysis of the Olympus VR-330 and Samsung NX5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the VR-330 (14MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is pretty comparable but the VR-330 (1/2.3") and NX5 (APS-C) use different sensor sizing.

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The VR-330 was announced 9 months after the NX5 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus VR-330 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the VR-330 grades against the NX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VR-330 & Samsung NX5. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus VR-330 Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VR-330 features external dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX5 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Examine the Olympus VR-330 and Samsung NX5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the VR-330 against the NX5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the VR-330 and NX5 is 94 and 80 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the VR-330 and NX5.

As you can tell, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The VR-330 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Samsung NX5 will produce extra detail with its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer VR-330 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.