Canon D20 vs Olympus VG-160
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Canon D20 vs Olympus VG-160 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 228g - 112 x 71 x 28mm
- Introduced June 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Released January 2012

Canon D20 vs Olympus VG-160 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Canon D20 versus Olympus VG-160, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the D20 (12MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The D20 was manufactured 18 months later than the VG-160 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the D20 grades versus the VG-160 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon D20 vs Olympus VG-160 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot D20 and Olympus VG-160. The entire galleries are provided at Canon D20 Gallery and Olympus VG-160 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D20 over the Olympus VG-160
D20 | VG-160 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 18 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the Canon D20
VG-160 | D20 |
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Common features in the Canon D20 and Olympus VG-160
D20 | VG-160 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Canon D20 vs Olympus VG-160 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Canon D20 has external dimensions of 112mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") and a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Olympus VG-160 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Examine the Canon D20 versus Olympus VG-160 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the D20 versus the VG-160.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the D20 and VG-160 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Canon D20 vs Olympus VG-160 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the D20 and VG-160.
Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Olympus VG-160 to produce more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent D20 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Canon D20 vs Olympus VG-160 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon D20 vs Olympus VG-160 Specifications
Canon PowerShot D20 | Olympus VG-160 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot D20 | Olympus VG-160 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-06-18 | 2012-01-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | 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 | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 7cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | PureColor II TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 228 grams (0.50 lb) | 125 grams (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 71 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") | 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 | - | 165 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $299 | $90 |