Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Olympus VG-120

Here, we are analyzing the Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Olympus VG-120, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and the VG-120 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 100 HS was launched 2 months later than the VG-120 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the ELPH 100 HS matches up versus the VG-120 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 100 HS & Olympus VG-120. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 100 HS Gallery & Olympus VG-120 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 100 HS enjoys outside measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-120 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Olympus VG-120 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 100 HS and the VG-120.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 100 HS and VG-120 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by checking specs. The graphic below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 100 HS and VG-120.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Olympus VG-120 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively.