Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus VG-160
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus VG-160 Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus VG-160 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Olympus VG-160. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Olympus VG-160 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Olympus VG-160
EX-ZR100 | VG-160 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the Casio EX-ZR100
VG-160 | EX-ZR100 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Olympus VG-160
EX-ZR100 | VG-160 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2012 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 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.
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.

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 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.

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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus VG-160 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Olympus VG-160 | |
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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 |