Olympus VR-330 vs Sony S2000
94 Imaging
37 Features
38 Overall
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93 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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Olympus VR-330 vs Sony S2000 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
- Launched February 2011
- Superseded the Olympus VR-320
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Announced January 2010
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Below, we will be contrasting the Olympus VR-330 and Sony S2000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the VR-330 (14MP) and S2000 (10MP) but they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe VR-330 was introduced 14 months later than the S2000 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the VR-330 scores vs the S2000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VR-330 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-330 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-330 over the Sony S2000
| VR-330 | S2000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2011 |  | January 2010 | More recent by 14 months |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Olympus VR-330
| S2000 | VR-330 |
|---|
Common features in the Olympus VR-330 and Sony S2000
| VR-330 | S2000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Olympus VR-330 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VR-330 has exterior measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony S2000 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Olympus VR-330 and Sony S2000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the VR-330 compared to the S2000.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the VR-330 and S2000 is 94 and 93 respectively.
Olympus VR-330 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing specs. The visual here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the VR-330 and S2000.
All in all, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Olympus VR-330 to show more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger VR-330 should have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Olympus VR-330 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
| Olympus VR-330 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
| Model | Olympus VR-330 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2011-02-08 | 2010-01-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | TruePic III | Bionz |
| 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 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3456 x 2592 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 1s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1200s |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.70 m | 3.30 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 158g (0.35 pounds) | 167g (0.37 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| 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 | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $220 | $225 |