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Olympus VR-330 vs Olympus TG-320
Olympus VR-330
Camera summary
The Olympus VR-330, made by Olympus, is a powerful Compact camera. Announced on Feb. 8, 2011.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
2.7 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
1.4 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
2.0 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Olympus TG-320, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Olympus TG-320
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Olympus E-450, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Olympus E-450
Sensor
This camera has a CCD sensor with a 14 Megapixels resolution.
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1280 x 720 with support for the following formats: Motion JPEG.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Olympus TG-320
Camera summary
The Olympus TG-320, made by Olympus, is a powerful Compact camera. Announced on Jan. 10, 2012.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
2.3 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
1.7 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
1.4 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
1.8 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
2.1 out of 5 stars
|
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Olympus VR-330, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Olympus VR-330
Sensor
This camera has a CCD sensor with a 14 Megapixels resolution.
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1280 x 720 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, H.264.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 150 shots per charge with the included LI-42B battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage. A dust proof camera that will give you peace of mind when you're working in deserts, beaches and other environments for adventure lovers. This camera will be safe from the rain and splashes.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Autofocus specs |
Olympus VR-330 | Olympus TG-320 |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | No |
No |
| Af continuous | No |
No |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af live view | Yes |
No |
| Af multi area | Yes |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | No |
No |
| Af selective | No |
No |
| Af single | Yes |
Yes |
| Af touch | No |
No |
| Af tracking | Yes |
Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | - | - |
| Number of focus points | - | - |
Connectivity |
Olympus VR-330 | Olympus TG-320 |
| HDMI | Yes |
Yes |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | - | - |
| DXO color depth | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| DXO dynamic range | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| DXO low light ISO | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| DXO overall score | 0.0 | 0.0 |
Exposure mode |
Olympus VR-330 | Olympus TG-320 |
| AF area | Yes |
No |
| average | No |
No |
| Center weighted | No |
No |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Olympus VR-330 | Olympus TG-320 |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | Feb. 8, 2011 | Jan. 10, 2012 |
| Body type | Compact | Compact |
| brand | Olympus | Olympus |
| msrp | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| model | Olympus VR-330 | Olympus TG-320 |
| Predecessor model | Olympus TG-320 | |
| Successor model | Olympus E-450 | Olympus VR-330 |
Lense |
Olympus VR-330 | Olympus TG-320 |
| Focal length multiplier | - | - |
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Manual focus | No |
No |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
| Number of lenses | - | - |
Other features |
Olympus VR-330 | Olympus TG-320 |
| GPS | - | - |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Olympus VR-330 | Olympus TG-320 |
| AE bracketing | No |
No |
| Aperture priority | No |
No |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Custom white balance | No |
No |
| Exposure compensation | No |
No |
| External flash | No |
No |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
| Flash range | 4.70 m | 5.80 m |
| Image stabilization | Yes |
Yes |
| Manual exposure mode | No |
No |
| Max continuous shooting | 0.0 fps | 1.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 | 4 |
| Shutter priority | No |
No |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
Physical |
Olympus VR-330 | Olympus TG-320 |
| Battery life | 0 shots | 150 shots |
| Battery model | LI-42B | LI-42B |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | No |
Yes |
| Environmental sealing | No |
Yes |
| Freeze proof | No |
Yes |
| Physical dimensions | 101 x 58 x 29mm | 96 x 63 x 23mm |
| Shock proof | No |
Yes |
| Water proof | No |
Yes |
| Weight | 158 grs | 155 grs |
Screen |
Olympus VR-330 | Olympus TG-320 |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | 460 | 230 |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Touch screen | No |
No |
Sensor |
Olympus VR-330 | Olympus TG-320 |
| Max boosted ISO | - | - |
| Max image resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW support | No |
No |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55 mm | 6.17 x 4.55 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 14 | 14 |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3-inch | 1/2.3-inch |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Headphone port |
Olympus VR-330 | Olympus TG-320 |
| Headphone port | No |
No |
| Max video resolution | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 |
| Microphone port | No |
No |
| Video formats | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| 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), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Viewfinder |
Olympus VR-330 | Olympus TG-320 |
| viewfinder | - | - |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | no electronic viewfinder | no electronic viewfinder |