Canon ELPH 130 vs Olympus VG-120
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Canon ELPH 130 vs Olympus VG-120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 133g - 95 x 56 x 21mm
- Announced January 2013
- Additionally referred to as IXUS 140
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 120g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011

Canon ELPH 130 vs Olympus VG-120 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Canon ELPH 130 versus Olympus VG-120, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the ELPH 130 (16MP) and the VG-120 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The ELPH 130 was launched 2 years after the VG-120 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going right into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the ELPH 130 scores versus the VG-120 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon ELPH 130 vs Olympus VG-120 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 130 and Olympus VG-120. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 130 Gallery and Olympus VG-120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 130 over the Olympus VG-120
ELPH 130 | VG-120 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 25 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-120 over the Canon ELPH 130
VG-120 | ELPH 130 |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 130 and Olympus VG-120
ELPH 130 | VG-120 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Canon ELPH 130 vs Olympus VG-120 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 130 enjoys outer dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 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 130 versus Olympus VG-120 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 130 against the VG-120.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 130 and VG-120 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Canon ELPH 130 vs Olympus VG-120 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out specs. The image below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 130 and VG-120.
All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Canon ELPH 130 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger ELPH 130 will have an edge in sensor technology.

Canon ELPH 130 vs Olympus VG-120 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 130 vs Olympus VG-120 Specifications
Canon ELPH 130 | Olympus VG-120 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon ELPH 130 | Olympus VG-120 |
Also called as | IXUS 140 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2013-01-07 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 | TruePic III |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 7cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133 gr (0.29 pounds) | 120 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 life | 190 pictures | 160 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $0 | $190 |