Fujifilm JX370 vs Olympus VG-160
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Fujifilm JX370 vs Olympus VG-160 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 124g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Announced August 2011
(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
- Released January 2012

Fujifilm JX370 vs Olympus VG-160 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm JX370 vs Olympus VG-160, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JX370 (14MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JX370 was brought out 5 months before the VG-160 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm JX370 matches up vs the VG-160 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Olympus VG-160 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix JX370 and Olympus VG-160. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm JX370 Gallery and Olympus VG-160 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX370 over the Olympus VG-160
Fujifilm JX370 | VG-160 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the Fujifilm JX370
VG-160 | Fujifilm JX370 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX370 and Olympus VG-160
Fujifilm JX370 | VG-160 | |||
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Released | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2012 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm JX370 vs Olympus VG-160 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JX370 has outside dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst 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).
Look at the Fujifilm JX370 vs Olympus VG-160 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm JX370 compared to the VG-160.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX370 and VG-160 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Olympus VG-160 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes just by checking specs. The picture underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JX370 and VG-160.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of images however you need to consider the release date of the products into consideration.

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Fujifilm JX370 vs Olympus VG-160 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JX370 | Olympus VG-160 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix JX370 | Olympus VG-160 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-08-11 | 2012-01-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 7cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1800s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 4.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 124g (0.27 lbs) | 125g (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 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 | 190 images | 165 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $159 | $90 |