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FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Olympus VG-120

Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
19
Overall
29
FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR front
 
Olympus VG-120 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
24
Overall
31

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Olympus VG-120 Key Specs

FujiFilm Z800EXR
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-175mm (F3.9-4.7) lens
  • 158g - 98 x 59 x 20mm
  • Released July 2010
  • Other Name is FinePix Z808EXR
Olympus VG-120
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
  • 120g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
  • Announced January 2011
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FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Olympus VG-120 Overview

Below, we are analyzing the FujiFilm Z800EXR versus Olympus VG-120, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Z800EXR (12MP) and the VG-120 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the Z800EXR (1/2") and VG-120 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The Z800EXR was revealed 5 months before the VG-120 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the Z800EXR scores vs the VG-120 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z800EXR over the Olympus VG-120

 Z800EXR VG-120 
Display dimension3.5"3"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution460k230kSharper display (+230k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Olympus VG-120 over the FujiFilm Z800EXR

 VG-120 Z800EXR 

Common features in the FujiFilm Z800EXR and Olympus VG-120

 Z800EXR VG-120 
AnnouncedJuly 2010January 2011Same generation
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Olympus VG-120 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm Z800EXR comes with exterior dimensions of 98mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Olympus VG-120 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm Z800EXR versus Olympus VG-120 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the Z800EXR against the VG-120.

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Olympus VG-120 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z800EXR and VG-120 is 95 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Olympus VG-120 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Olympus VG-120 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The picture here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Z800EXR and VG-120.

As you have seen, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z800EXR using its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Olympus VG-120 will provide greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively.

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Olympus VG-120 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Olympus VG-120 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Olympus VG-120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm Z800EXR
Portrait photography with Olympus VG-120
21
manual focus not available
no manual control
can't use external flash
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2")
no RAW format
33
megapixel count good (14MP)
supports face detection focusing
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm Z800EXR Street photography info
Olympus VG-120 Street photography info
55
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
sensor is tiny (1/2")
no RAW format
heavier than average in class (158g)
48
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm Z800EXR as a Sports photography camera
Olympus VG-120 as a Sports photography camera
25
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000s)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2")
no phase detect autofocus
26
megapixel count good (14MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
bad battery power (160 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm Z800EXR Travel photography advice
Olympus VG-120 Travel photography advice
50
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than average in class (158g)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
62
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
relatively wide (26mm)
lack of Timelapse function
bad battery power (160 CIPA)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm Z800EXR Landscape photography factors
Olympus VG-120 Landscape photography factors
32
screen larger than average (3.5 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
no manual control
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2")
no RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
36
relatively wide (26mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
manual exposure not available
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
bad battery power (160 shots)
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm Z800EXR as a Vlogging camera
Olympus VG-120 as a Vlogging camera
27
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic socket
heavier than average in class (158g)
28
relatively wide (26mm)
supports face detection focusing
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external microphone jack
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FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Olympus VG-120 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Z800EXR and Olympus VG-120
 FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXROlympus VG-120
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Olympus
Model type FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR Olympus VG-120
Otherwise known as FinePix Z808EXR -
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2010-07-21 2011-01-06
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip EXR TruePic III
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.4 x 4.8mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 30.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-175mm (5.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.9-4.7 f/2.8-6.5
Macro focusing distance 9cm 7cm
Focal length multiplier 5.6 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3.5" 3"
Display resolution 460k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech - TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 secs 4 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 2.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.90 m 4.40 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG 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 158 gr (0.35 pounds) 120 gr (0.26 pounds)
Dimensions 98 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 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 - 160 pictures
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A LI-70B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group, Auto-shutter) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC
Storage slots One One
Retail cost $200 $190