Olympus VR-330 vs Sony HX7V

On this page, we are looking at the Olympus VR-330 versus Sony HX7V, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the VR-330 (14MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The VR-330 was released 5 months before the HX7V so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the VR-330 matches up vs the HX7V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VR-330 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-330 Gallery and Sony HX7V Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus VR-330 comes with physical dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony HX7V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Look at the Olympus VR-330 versus Sony HX7V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the VR-330 and the HX7V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VR-330 and HX7V is 94 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing specs. The graphic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the VR-330 and HX7V.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony HX7V to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics more aggressively.