Olympus VR-330 vs Sony W220
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37 Features
38 Overall
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Olympus VR-330 vs Sony W220 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
- Released February 2011
- Replaced the Olympus VR-320
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009
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On this page, we are looking at the Olympus VR-330 and Sony W220, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the VR-330 (14MP) and the W220 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe VR-330 was revealed 2 years later than the W220 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the VR-330 matches up vs the W220 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VR-330 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The full galleries are available at Olympus VR-330 Gallery & Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-330 over the Sony W220
| VR-330 | W220 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2011 |  | January 2009 | More recent by 26 months |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Olympus VR-330
| W220 | VR-330 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very accurate focus |
Common features in the Olympus VR-330 and Sony W220
| VR-330 | W220 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | No Touch display |
Olympus VR-330 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VR-330 enjoys outside measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony W220 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the VR-330 vs the W220.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the VR-330 and W220 is 94 and 95 respectively.
Olympus VR-330 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by going over specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the VR-330 and W220.
Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Olympus VR-330 to deliver more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger VR-330 provides an edge in sensor technology.
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Olympus VR-330 vs Sony W220 Specifications
| Olympus VR-330 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
| Model | Olympus VR-330 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2011-02-08 | 2009-01-08 |
| Physical type | 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 surface 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 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-7.1 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.70 m | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| 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 (8 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 158 gr (0.35 pounds) | 147 gr (0.32 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| 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 shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $220 | $160 |