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FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus VG-160

Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
28
Overall
33
FujiFilm FinePix T300 front
 
Olympus VG-160 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
26
Overall
32

FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus VG-160 Key Specs

FujiFilm T300
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-280mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
  • 151g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
  • Announced July 2011
  • Other Name is FinePix T305
Olympus VG-160
(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
  • Announced January 2012
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FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus VG-160 Overview

In this write-up, we are evaluating the FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus VG-160, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the T300 (14MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is very well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The T300 was announced 5 months prior to the VG-160 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the T300 matches up against the VG-160 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm T300 over the Olympus VG-160

 T300 VG-160 

Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the FujiFilm T300

 VG-160 T300 
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the FujiFilm T300 and Olympus VG-160

 T300 VG-160 
AnnouncedJuly 2011January 2012Similar generation
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither provides Touch friendly display

FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus VG-160 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm T300 provides outside measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-160 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Analyze the FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus VG-160 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the T300 against the VG-160.

FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus VG-160 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the T300 and VG-160 is 94 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus VG-160 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus VG-160 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the T300 and VG-160.

Clearly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you will want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.

FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus VG-160 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus VG-160 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus VG-160 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm T300 Portrait photography info
Olympus VG-160 Portrait photography info
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resolution is good (14MP)
includes face detection focus
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
33
megapixel count good (14MP)
features face detect autofocus
no manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm T300 as a Street photography camera
Olympus VG-160 as a Street photography camera
57
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
56
lighter than competition (125 grams)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm T300 Sports photography highlights
Olympus VG-160 Sports photography highlights
37
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14MP)
includes tracking autofocus
max fps low (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (180 shots)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
26
megapixel count good (14MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
not so great battery power (165 CIPA)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm T300 Travel photography information
Olympus VG-160 Travel photography information
65
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
quite wide (28mm)
long reach (280mm)
no Timelapse recording
not so great battery life (180 shots)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
65
lighter than competition (125g)
megapixel count good (14MP)
has built in flash
fairly wide (26mm)
does not have Timelapse function
not so great battery power (165 per charge)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm T300
Landscape photography with Olympus VG-160
36
quite wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
not so great battery life (180 per charge)
no Timelapse recording
36
fairly wide (26mm)
good sized screen (3 inch)
megapixel count good (14MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
no manual control
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
not so great battery power (165 per charge)
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm T300 Vlogging factors
Olympus VG-160 Vlogging factors
31
quite wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detection focus
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external microphone jack
30
fairly wide (26mm)
features face detect autofocus
lighter than competition (125 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone support
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FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus VG-160 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm T300 and Olympus VG-160
 FujiFilm FinePix T300Olympus VG-160
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Olympus
Model type FujiFilm FinePix T300 Olympus VG-160
Alternative name FinePix T305 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2011-07-19 2012-01-10
Physical type 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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3
Maximum resolution 4288 x 3216 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-280mm (10.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.4-5.6 f/2.8-6.5
Macro focusing range 5cm 7cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 3"
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 seconds 4 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 2.60 m 4.80 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance 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)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 151g (0.33 pounds) 125g (0.28 pounds)
Dimensions 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" 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 photographs 165 photographs
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A LI-70B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD / SDHC SD/SDHC
Card slots 1 1
Retail pricing $250 $90