Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus VG-160
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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus VG-160 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Introduced August 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

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus VG-160 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Olympus VG-160, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR800 was released 20 months after the VG-160 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the EX-ZR800 scores versus the VG-160 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus VG-160 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 & Olympus VG-160. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery & Olympus VG-160 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR800 over the Olympus VG-160
EX-ZR800 | VG-160 | |||
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Released | August 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 20 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the Casio EX-ZR800
VG-160 | EX-ZR800 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR800 and Olympus VG-160
EX-ZR800 | VG-160 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus VG-160 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR800 offers physical dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Olympus VG-160 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Olympus VG-160 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the EX-ZR800 vs the VG-160.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR800 and VG-160 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus VG-160 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR800 and VG-160.
As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Casio EX-ZR800 to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer EX-ZR800 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus VG-160 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus VG-160 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Olympus VG-160 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Olympus |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Olympus VG-160 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-08-07 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
Sensor type | 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 | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 4cm | 7cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 922k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 4.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 222 gr (0.49 lb) | 125 gr (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 470 pictures | 165 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-130 | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $429 | $90 |