Olympus VR-330 vs Sony H20
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37 Features
38 Overall
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87 Imaging
33 Features
29 Overall
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Olympus VR-330 vs Sony H20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 158g - 101 x 58 x 29mm
- Revealed February 2011
- Old Model is Olympus VR-320
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 38-380mm (F3.5-4.4) lens
- 250g - 107 x 69 x 47mm
- Introduced May 2009
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Below is a extended overview of the Olympus VR-330 versus Sony H20, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the VR-330 (14MP) and H20 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe VR-330 was unveiled 22 months later than the H20 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the VR-330 scores vs the H20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Olympus VR-330 over the Sony H20
| VR-330 | H20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2011 |  | May 2009 | More recent by 22 months |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony H20 over the Olympus VR-330
| H20 | VR-330 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More exact focus |
Common features in the Olympus VR-330 and Sony H20
| VR-330 | H20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | No Touch friendly screen |
Olympus VR-330 vs Sony H20 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Olympus VR-330 features exterior dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony H20 has specifications of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Look at the Olympus VR-330 versus Sony H20 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the VR-330 versus the H20.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the VR-330 and H20 is 94 and 87 respectively.
Olympus VR-330 vs Sony H20 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements just by checking out specs. The visual below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the VR-330 and H20.
All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Olympus VR-330 to show greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer VR-330 will have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Olympus VR-330 vs Sony H20 Specifications
| Olympus VR-330 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Olympus | Sony |
| Model | Olympus VR-330 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2011-02-08 | 2009-05-14 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | TruePic III | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 38-380mm (10.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-4.4 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 2cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.70 m | 7.10 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| 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 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| 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 | 158 grams (0.35 lbs) | 250 grams (0.55 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 107 x 69 x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") |
| 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 | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch cost | $220 | $249 |