Reasons to choose Optio 33L
Released in 2003, Optio 33L has about 21 mm² of sensor area, 3.1 MP effective resolution, and a 230 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Pentax Optio 33L
vs Pentax Optio S30
VS
Sensor area
21 mm²
Optio 33L21 mm²
Optio S30- Area ratio
- 1:1
- Absolute difference
- 0 mm²
- Relative difference
- 0%
The Optio 33L and Optio S30 have the same sensor area. Compare pixel density, sensor architecture, and release generation to understand likely image-quality differences.
These cameras were released 1 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
Optio 33LMetricOptio S30
3.1 MPEffective pixels3.1 MP
5.33 × 4Sensor5.33 × 4
2.62 µmPixel pitch2.62 µm
6.88 µm²Pixel area6.88 µm²
14.54 MP/cm²Pixel density14.54 MP/cm²
6.49Crop factor6.49
—Maximum video—
230 gWeight175 g
CompactFlash type IStorageInternal storage
AA (2) batteries (NiMH recommended)BatteryAA (2) batteries (NiMH recommended)
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
How to choose between these cameras
The Optio 33L and Optio S30 have the same sensor area. The Optio S30 has the lighter body. The Optio 33L and Optio S30 have the same effective resolution. The Optio S30 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Optio S30
Released in 2004, Optio S30 has about 21 mm² of sensor area, 3.1 MP effective resolution, and a 175 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.