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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Olympus VG-160

Portability
99
Imaging
36
Features
19
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 front
 
Olympus VG-160 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
26
Overall
32

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Olympus VG-160 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Revealed January 2011
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
  • Announced January 2012
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Olympus VG-160 Overview

The following is a complete analysis of the Casio EX-ZS10 and Olympus VG-160, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-ZS10 (14MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS10 was revealed 12 months prior to the VG-160 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZS10 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus VG-160 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the EX-ZS10 matches up vs the VG-160 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS10 over the Olympus VG-160

 EX-ZS10 VG-160 

Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the Casio EX-ZS10

 VG-160 EX-ZS10 
AnnouncedJanuary 2012January 2011Newer by 12 months
Screen dimensions3""Bigger screen (+3")
Screen resolution230k0kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS10 and Olympus VG-160

 EX-ZS10 VG-160 
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Absent Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Olympus VG-160 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZS10 features exterior dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Olympus VG-160 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-ZS10 and Olympus VG-160 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZS10 compared to the VG-160.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Olympus VG-160 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZS10 and VG-160 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Olympus VG-160 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Olympus VG-160 Sensor Comparison

Often, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZS10 and VG-160.

As you can see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of photographs although you should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-ZS10 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Olympus VG-160 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Olympus VG-160 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Olympus VG-160 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Portrait photography factors
Olympus VG-160 Portrait photography factors
28
decent megapixels (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
33
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
features face detect autofocus
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Street photography information
Olympus VG-160 Street photography information
49
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
low max ISO (0)
56
lighter than average in class (125g)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Sports photography advice
Olympus VG-160 Sports photography advice
32
decent megapixels (14MP)
includes tracking autofocus
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
26
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
terrible battery power (165 CIPA)
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Travel photography information
Olympus VG-160 Travel photography information
70
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
very good max aperture (f)
lack of Time Lapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
65
lighter than average in class (125g)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (26mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
terrible battery power (165 per charge)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 as a Landscape photography camera
Olympus VG-160 as a Landscape photography camera
32
very good max aperture (f)
decent megapixels (14MP)
lack of manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
screen is somewhat small (")
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
low max ISO (0)
no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
36
pretty wide (26mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
terrible battery power (165 CIPA)
does not have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Vlogging factors
Olympus VG-160 Vlogging factors
27
very good max aperture (f)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external mic port
30
pretty wide (26mm)
features face detect autofocus
lighter than average in class (125g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone port
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Olympus VG-160 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS10 and Olympus VG-160
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS10Olympus VG-160
General Information
Company Casio Olympus
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 Olympus VG-160
Type Ultracompact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2011-01-05 2012-01-10
Body design Ultracompact 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 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4288 x 3216
Highest native ISO - 1600
Minimum native ISO - 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 26-130mm (5.0x)
Max aperture - f/2.8-6.5
Macro focus range - 7cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing - 3 inch
Screen resolution 0k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech - TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed - 4 secs
Highest shutter speed - 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 4.80 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 125g (0.28 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 All around 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 images
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery model - LI-70B
Self timer - Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage - SD/SDHC
Storage slots Single Single
Price at launch $120 $90