Olympus VR-330 vs Sony T900
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Olympus VR-330 vs Sony T900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 158g - 101 x 58 x 29mm
- Announced February 2011
- Replaced the Olympus VR-320
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 143g - 98 x 58 x 16mm
- Released February 2009
Olympus VR-330 vs Sony T900 Overview
Here is a detailed analysis of the Olympus VR-330 versus Sony T900, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the VR-330 (14MP) and the T900 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe VR-330 was brought out 2 years later than the T900 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus VR-330 being a Compact camera and the Sony T900 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the VR-330 grades against the T900 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus VR-330 vs Sony T900 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VR-330 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The entire galleries are available at Olympus VR-330 Gallery and Sony T900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-330 over the Sony T900
VR-330 | T900 | |||
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Released | February 2011 | February 2009 | Fresher by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Olympus VR-330
T900 | VR-330 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 460k | Crisper display (+462k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus VR-330 and Sony T900
VR-330 | T900 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Olympus VR-330 vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus VR-330 has exterior measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony T900 has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
Compare the Olympus VR-330 versus Sony T900 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the VR-330 compared to the T900.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the VR-330 and T900 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Olympus VR-330 vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading specs. The photograph here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the VR-330 and T900.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus VR-330 to deliver more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The more modern VR-330 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus VR-330 vs Sony T900 Specifications
Olympus VR-330 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus VR-330 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-02-08 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 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 |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 158g (0.35 lb) | 143g (0.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 98 x 58 x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | LI-42B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $220 | $300 |