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Fujifilm XP80 vs Olympus VG-160

Portability
93
Imaging
40
Features
35
Overall
38
Fujifilm XP80 front
 
Olympus VG-160 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
26
Overall
32

Fujifilm XP80 vs Olympus VG-160 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP80
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 179g - 104 x 67 x 26mm
  • Released January 2015
  • Older Model is Fujifilm XP70
  • New Model is Fujifilm XP90
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
  • Launched January 2012
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Fujifilm XP80 vs Olympus VG-160 Overview

In this article, we are analyzing the Fujifilm XP80 versus Olympus VG-160, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP80 (16MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is very comparable and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP80 was introduced 3 years after the VG-160 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm XP80 matches up against the VG-160 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP80 over the Olympus VG-160

 Fujifilm XP80 VG-160 
LaunchedJanuary 2015January 2012Newer by 37 months
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the Fujifilm XP80

 VG-160 Fujifilm XP80 
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the Fujifilm XP80 and Olympus VG-160

 Fujifilm XP80 VG-160 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lacking Touch friendly display

Fujifilm XP80 vs Olympus VG-160 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP80 offers outer measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Olympus VG-160 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm XP80 versus Olympus VG-160 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm XP80 and the VG-160.

Fujifilm XP80 vs Olympus VG-160 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP80 and VG-160 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm XP80 vs Olympus VG-160 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP80 vs Olympus VG-160 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP80 and VG-160.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Fujifilm XP80 to provide more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XP80 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm XP80 vs Olympus VG-160 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP80 vs Olympus VG-160 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP80 vs Olympus VG-160 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP80 as a Portrait photography camera
Olympus VG-160 as a Portrait photography camera
35
resolution is good (16MP)
includes face detection autofocus
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
33
MP count decent (14MP)
offers face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm XP80
Street photography with Olympus VG-160
62
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
56
lighter than competition (125 grams)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP80 as a Sports photography camera
Olympus VG-160 as a Sports photography camera
45
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
weather proof
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (210 per charge)
lacks phase detect autofocus
26
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery (165 CIPA)
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP80 Travel photography information
Olympus VG-160 Travel photography information
65
weather proof
resolution is good (16MP)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse recording
not so great battery pack (210 CIPA)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
65
lighter than competition (125 grams)
MP count decent (14MP)
built-in flash
rather wide (26mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
not so great battery (165 CIPA)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP80 Landscape photography factors
Olympus VG-160 Landscape photography factors
40
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
weather proof
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
small screen (2.7")
manual exposure not available
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
not so great battery pack (210 CIPA)
no Time Lapse recording
36
rather wide (26mm)
screen size is good (3")
MP count decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
not so great battery (165 per charge)
does not have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP80 as a Vlogging camera
Olympus VG-160 as a Vlogging camera
34
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detection autofocus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
no external mic jack
30
rather wide (26mm)
offers face detect focusing
lighter than competition (125 grams)
somewhat slow 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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Fujifilm XP80 vs Olympus VG-160 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP80 and Olympus VG-160
 Fujifilm XP80Olympus VG-160
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Olympus
Model type Fujifilm XP80 Olympus VG-160
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Released 2015-01-14 2012-01-10
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS 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 16 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3
Highest resolution 4608 x 3456 4288 x 3216
Highest native ISO 6400 1600
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/2.8-6.5
Macro focusing range 9cm 7cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 460k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen tech - TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4s 4s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed 10.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.40 m (with Auto ISO) 4.80 m
Flash settings Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro 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 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In 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 179g (0.39 lbs) 125g (0.28 lbs)
Dimensions 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") 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 210 photos 165 photos
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45S LI-70B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, group) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC
Storage slots One One
Pricing at launch $149 $90