Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung WB350F
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Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung WB350F 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
- Launched February 2011
- Replaced the Olympus VR-320
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 276g - 114 x 65 x 25mm
- Introduced January 2014

Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung WB350F Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Olympus VR-330 and Samsung WB350F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the VR-330 (14MP) and the WB350F (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The VR-330 was brought out 3 years before the WB350F which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the VR-330 scores against the WB350F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung WB350F Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VR-330 & Samsung WB350F. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-330 Gallery & Samsung WB350F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-330 over the Samsung WB350F
VR-330 | WB350F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Olympus VR-330
WB350F | VR-330 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2011 | Newer by 35 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus VR-330 and Samsung WB350F
VR-330 | WB350F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung WB350F Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus VR-330 provides exterior dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB350F has sizing of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Examine the Olympus VR-330 and Samsung WB350F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the VR-330 and the WB350F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VR-330 and WB350F is 94 and 90 respectively.

Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung WB350F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the VR-330 and WB350F.
Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung WB350F to give more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged VR-330 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung WB350F Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung WB350F Specifications
Olympus VR-330 | Samsung WB350F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus VR-330 | Samsung WB350F |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-02-08 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 158g (0.35 lbs) | 276g (0.61 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $220 | $260 |