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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus VG-160

Portability
92
Imaging
35
Features
46
Overall
39
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 front
 
Olympus VG-160 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
26
Overall
32

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus VG-160 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZR100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
  • Revealed July 2011
Olympus VG-160
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
  • 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
  • Introduced January 2012
Photography Glossary

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus VG-160 Overview

Let's examine more in depth at the Casio EX-ZR100 and Olympus VG-160, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Casio and Olympus. The image resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR100 was brought out 5 months earlier than the VG-160 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the EX-ZR100 scores against the VG-160 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Olympus VG-160

 EX-ZR100 VG-160 
Manually focus Very exact focusing
Display resolution461k230kCrisper display (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the Casio EX-ZR100

 VG-160 EX-ZR100 

Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Olympus VG-160

 EX-ZR100 VG-160 
IntroducedJuly 2011January 2012Same generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension3"3"Identical display measurement
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch display Neither includes Touch display

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus VG-160 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR100 features outside measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-160 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-ZR100 and Olympus VG-160 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the EX-ZR100 and the VG-160.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus VG-160 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR100 and VG-160 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus VG-160 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus VG-160 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The graphic here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR100 and VG-160.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Olympus VG-160 to render extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus VG-160 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus VG-160 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus VG-160 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-ZR100
Portrait photography with Olympus VG-160
29
you can focus manually
can't use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
33
MP count good (14 megapixels)
has face detection focusing
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 as a Street photography camera
Olympus VG-160 as a Street photography camera
61
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than others in class (204 grams)
no articulating screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
56
lighter than average (125 grams)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 as a Sports photography camera
Olympus VG-160 as a Sports photography camera
46
great zoom range (24-300mm 12.5 x zoom)
fast shooting (40.0 fps)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides tracking autofocus
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
26
MP count good (14 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
bad battery power (165 CIPA)
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-ZR100
Travel photography with Olympus VG-160
63
lighter than others in class (204g)
flash built-in
really wide (24mm)
long zoom (300mm)
no Timelapse function
MP count low (12MP)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
65
lighter than average (125g)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
fairly wide (26mm)
missing Timelapse mode
bad battery power (165 shots)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 Landscape photography features
Olympus VG-160 Landscape photography features
43
you can focus manually
really wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
no Timelapse function
36
fairly wide (26mm)
good sized screen (3")
MP count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
manual exposure not possible
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
bad battery power (165 per charge)
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 Vlogging highlights
Olympus VG-160 Vlogging highlights
33
really wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than others in class (204g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
no external microphone support
30
fairly wide (26mm)
has face detection focusing
lighter than average (125g)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external microphone port
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus VG-160 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZR100 and Olympus VG-160
 Casio Exilim EX-ZR100Olympus VG-160
General Information
Make Casio Olympus
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 Olympus VG-160
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2011-07-19 2012-01-10
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Exilim Engine HS -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 3200 1600
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-300mm (12.5x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.0-5.9 f/2.8-6.5
Macro focusing distance - 7cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 461k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display tech Super Clear TFT color LCD TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 secs 4 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 40.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 4.80 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 64 (480, 1000 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 file format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 204 gr (0.45 pounds) 125 gr (0.28 pounds)
Dimensions 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 165 pictures
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery ID - LI-70B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC
Storage slots One One
Retail pricing $300 $90