FujiFilm AX350 vs Olympus VG-160
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Olympus VG-160 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Announced January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix AX355
(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
- Launched January 2012

FujiFilm AX350 vs Olympus VG-160 Overview
Lets look a bit more closely at the FujiFilm AX350 versus Olympus VG-160, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the AX350 (16MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The AX350 was released 12 months prior to the VG-160 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the AX350 matches up vs the VG-160 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Olympus VG-160 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix AX350 & Olympus VG-160. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm AX350 Gallery & Olympus VG-160 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Olympus VG-160
AX350 | VG-160 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the FujiFilm AX350
VG-160 | AX350 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 12 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Olympus VG-160
AX350 | VG-160 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm AX350 vs Olympus VG-160 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm AX350 has got external measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-160 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm AX350 versus Olympus VG-160 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the AX350 compared to the VG-160.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the AX350 and VG-160 is 94 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Olympus VG-160 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the AX350 and VG-160.
As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the FujiFilm AX350 to give you more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged AX350 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Olympus VG-160 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm AX350 vs Olympus VG-160 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Olympus VG-160 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Olympus VG-160 |
Also referred to as | FinePix AX355 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
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 | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-165mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 7cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | 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 | 168 grams (0.37 lb) | 125 grams (0.28 lb) |
Dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" 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 | 180 pictures | 165 pictures |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $90 |