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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Olympus VG-120

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 front
 
Olympus VG-120 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
24
Overall
31

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Olympus VG-120 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Introduced January 2011
Olympus VG-120
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
  • 120g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
  • Revealed January 2011
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Olympus VG-120 Overview

On this page, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-ZS10 vs Olympus VG-120, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Olympus. The image resolution of the EX-ZS10 (14MP) and the VG-120 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS10 was introduced very close to the VG-120 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the EX-ZS10 grades vs the VG-120 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS10 over the Olympus VG-120

 EX-ZS10 VG-120 

Reasons to pick Olympus VG-120 over the Casio EX-ZS10

 VG-120 EX-ZS10 
Screen dimensions3""Bigger screen (+3")
Screen resolution230k0kCrisper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS10 and Olympus VG-120

 EX-ZS10 VG-120 
RevealedJanuary 2011January 2011Similar age
Manual focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen Neither contains Touch screen

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Olympus VG-120 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZS10 has got physical measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Olympus VG-120 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-ZS10 vs Olympus VG-120 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZS10 compared to the VG-120.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Olympus VG-120 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZS10 and VG-120 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Olympus VG-120 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Olympus VG-120 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking specifications. The photograph here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZS10 and VG-120.

To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photos but you should really consider the launch date of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Olympus VG-120 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Olympus VG-120 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Olympus VG-120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Portrait photography advice
Olympus VG-120 Portrait photography advice
28
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
33
megapixel count good (14MP)
comes with face detect focus
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 as a Street photography camera
Olympus VG-120 as a Street photography camera
49
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
maximum ISO low (0)
48
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Sports photography information
Olympus VG-120 Sports photography information
32
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
has tracking autofocus
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
26
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
bad battery pack (160 shots)
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Travel photography info
Olympus VG-120 Travel photography info
71
MP count decent (14MP)
built-in flash
good max aperture (f)
missing Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
62
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
quite wide (26mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
bad battery pack (160 per charge)
does not contain selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Landscape photography information
Olympus VG-120 Landscape photography information
33
good max aperture (f)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
small screen ( inches)
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
has no RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
36
quite wide (26mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
bad battery pack (160 per charge)
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Vlogging factors
Olympus VG-120 Vlogging factors
27
good max aperture (f)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external microphone jack
28
quite wide (26mm)
comes with face detect focus
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
does not contain selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone jack
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Olympus VG-120 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS10 and Olympus VG-120
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS10Olympus VG-120
General Information
Brand Name Casio Olympus
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 Olympus VG-120
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2011-01-05 2011-01-06
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor - TruePic III
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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 4288 x 3216
Highest native ISO - 1600
Minimum native ISO - 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 26-130mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/2.8-6.5
Macro focusing distance - 7cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size - 3 inch
Resolution of display 0k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech - TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed - 4 seconds
Max shutter speed - 1/2000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 4.40 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 120g (0.26 pounds)
Physical dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 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 - 160 shots
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID - LI-70B
Self timer - Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media - SD/SDHC
Storage slots 1 1
Retail price $120 $190