Olympus VR-330 vs Sony W810
94 Imaging
37 Features
38 Overall
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96 Imaging
45 Features
26 Overall
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Olympus VR-330 vs Sony W810 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
- Revealed February 2011
- Superseded the Olympus VR-320
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-162mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 111g - 97 x 56 x 21mm
- Announced January 2014
Olympus VR-330 vs Sony W810 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Olympus VR-330 vs Sony W810, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the VR-330 (14MP) and W810 (20MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe VR-330 was revealed 3 years prior to the W810 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus VR-330 being a Compact camera and the Sony W810 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the VR-330 grades vs the W810 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus VR-330 vs Sony W810 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VR-330 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The full galleries are available at Olympus VR-330 Gallery and Sony W810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-330 over the Sony W810
VR-330 | W810 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W810 over the Olympus VR-330
W810 | VR-330 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | February 2011 | Newer by 35 months |
Common features in the Olympus VR-330 and Sony W810
VR-330 | W810 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Olympus VR-330 vs Sony W810 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus VR-330 enjoys physical 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 W810 has specifications of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus VR-330 vs Sony W810 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the VR-330 vs the W810.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the VR-330 and W810 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Olympus VR-330 vs Sony W810 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The picture below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the VR-330 and W810.
As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony W810 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged VR-330 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
Olympus VR-330 vs Sony W810 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus VR-330 vs Sony W810 Specifications
Olympus VR-330 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus VR-330 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-02-08 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 27-162mm (6.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 3.20 m (with ISO auto) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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 | H.264 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 158g (0.35 lb) | 111g (0.24 lb) |
Dimensions | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 97 x 56 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 life | - | 200 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-42B | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $220 | $100 |