Olympus VR-330 vs Sony T90
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Olympus VR-330 vs Sony T90 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
- Succeeded the Olympus VR-320
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 148g - 94 x 57 x 15mm
- Launched February 2009

Olympus VR-330 vs Sony T90 Overview
The following is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus VR-330 versus Sony T90, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the VR-330 (14MP) and the T90 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The VR-330 was revealed 2 years after the T90 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VR-330 being a Compact camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the VR-330 grades vs the T90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus VR-330 vs Sony T90 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VR-330 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-330 Gallery and Sony T90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-330 over the Sony T90
VR-330 | T90 | |||
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Launched | February 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 25 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Olympus VR-330
T90 | VR-330 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus VR-330 and Sony T90
VR-330 | T90 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Olympus VR-330 vs Sony T90 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus VR-330 features outside dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony T90 has specifications of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Compare the Olympus VR-330 versus Sony T90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the VR-330 and the T90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VR-330 and T90 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Olympus VR-330 vs Sony T90 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The pic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the VR-330 and T90.
Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Olympus VR-330 to show greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher VR-330 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.

Olympus VR-330 vs Sony T90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus VR-330 vs Sony T90 Specifications
Olympus VR-330 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus VR-330 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-02-08 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 lbs) | 148g (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 94 x 57 x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $220 | $259 |