Clicky

Casio EX-H15 vs Olympus VG-160

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
29
Overall
33
Casio Exilim EX-H15 front
 
Olympus VG-160 front
Portability
96
Imaging
38
Features
26
Overall
33

Casio EX-H15 vs Olympus VG-160 Key Specs

Casio EX-H15
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
  • 161g - 101 x 60 x 28mm
  • Launched January 2010
Olympus VG-160
(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
  • Introduced January 2012
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Casio EX-H15 vs Olympus VG-160 Overview

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Casio EX-H15 and Olympus VG-160, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Olympus. The image resolution of the EX-H15 (14MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

The EX-H15 was unveiled 24 months earlier than the VG-160 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the EX-H15 matches up against the VG-160 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images
	
	

Reasons to pick Casio EX-H15 over the Olympus VG-160

 EX-H15 VG-160 
Focus manually Very accurate focus
Screen resolution461k230kCrisper screen (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the Casio EX-H15

 VG-160 EX-H15 
IntroducedJanuary 2012January 2010More modern by 24 months

Common features in the Casio EX-H15 and Olympus VG-160

 EX-H15 VG-160 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen measurements
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lack of Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-H15 vs Olympus VG-160 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-H15 enjoys physical dimensions of 101mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-160 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-H15 and Olympus VG-160 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-H15 against the VG-160.

Casio EX-H15 vs Olympus VG-160 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H15 and VG-160 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-H15 vs Olympus VG-160 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-H15 vs Olympus VG-160 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The picture below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H15 and VG-160.

As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you can expect comparable quality of files although you really should take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-H15 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-H15 vs Olympus VG-160 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-H15 vs Olympus VG-160 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-H15 vs Olympus VG-160 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-H15 Portrait photography factors
Olympus VG-160 Portrait photography factors
35
has manual focus
decent MP (14MP)
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
34
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
supports face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-H15
Street photography with Olympus VG-160
56
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
56
lighter than others in class (125g)
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Sports Comparison

Casio EX-H15 Sports photography advice
Olympus VG-160 Sports photography advice
38
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
27
resolution is good (14MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
terrible battery life (165 CIPA)
lack of phase detect auto focus
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixels

Travel Comparison

Casio EX-H15 as a Travel photography camera
Olympus VG-160 as a Travel photography camera
64
decent MP (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
rather wide (24mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.2)
66
lighter than others in class (125 grams)
resolution is good (14MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (26mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
terrible battery life (165 shots)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-H15 Landscape photography features
Olympus VG-160 Landscape photography features
46
has manual focus
rather wide (24mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
lack of manual mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse recording
37
decently wide (26mm)
good sized screen (3")
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
no manual mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
terrible battery life (165 CIPA)
does not have Timelapse mode
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-H15
Vlogging with Olympus VG-160
28
rather wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone support
30
decently wide (26mm)
supports face detect focus
lighter than others in class (125 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone jack
Photography Glossary

Casio EX-H15 vs Olympus VG-160 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-H15 and Olympus VG-160
 Casio Exilim EX-H15Olympus VG-160
General Information
Company Casio Olympus
Model Casio Exilim EX-H15 Olympus VG-160
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2010-01-06 2012-01-10
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 3200 1600
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-240mm (10.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/2.8-6.5
Macro focus range - 7cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 3"
Resolution of display 461 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display tech - TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 4.80 m
Flash options Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 × 720 (30 fps) , 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 161 grams (0.35 lbs) 125 grams (0.28 lbs)
Dimensions 101 x 60 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" 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 shots
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-90 LI-70B
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at release $300 $90