Olympus VR-330 vs Samsung WB700

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Olympus VR-330 and Samsung WB700, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the VR-330 (14MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The VR-330 was launched 2 months after the WB700 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the VR-330 matches up versus the WB700 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VR-330 and Samsung WB700. The complete galleries are available at Olympus VR-330 Gallery and Samsung WB700 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VR-330 provides exterior measurements 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 WB700 has dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Olympus VR-330 and Samsung WB700 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the VR-330 and the WB700.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VR-330 and WB700 is 94 and 98 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The picture below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the VR-330 and WB700.

Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of images though you will want to take the release date of the products into consideration.