Nikon A100 vs Olympus VG-110
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Nikon A100 vs Olympus VG-110 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Released January 2016
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 105g - 92 x 54 x 20mm
- Released February 2011

Nikon A100 vs Olympus VG-110 Overview
Following is a extensive assessment of the Nikon A100 versus Olympus VG-110, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the A100 (20MP) and VG-110 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The A100 was revealed 5 years after the VG-110 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the A100 scores versus the VG-110 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon A100 vs Olympus VG-110 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix A100 & Olympus VG-110. The full galleries are available at Nikon A100 Gallery & Olympus VG-110 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A100 over the Olympus VG-110
A100 | VG-110 | |||
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Released | January 2016 | ![]() | February 2011 | More modern by 61 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-110 over the Nikon A100
VG-110 | A100 |
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Common features in the Nikon A100 and Olympus VG-110
A100 | VG-110 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Nikon A100 vs Olympus VG-110 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon A100 provides exterior measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-110 has measurements of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon A100 versus Olympus VG-110 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the A100 versus the VG-110.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the A100 and VG-110 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Nikon A100 vs Olympus VG-110 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes just by researching a spec sheet. The image underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the A100 and VG-110.
As you can see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon A100 to result in extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images more aggressively. The more recent A100 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon A100 vs Olympus VG-110 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon A100 vs Olympus VG-110 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A100 | Olympus VG-110 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix A100 | Olympus VG-110 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2016-01-14 | 2011-02-08 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic III |
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 | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 27-108mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/2.9-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.1 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 119 grams (0.26 pounds) | 105 grams (0.23 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 92 x 54 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 250 photographs | 170 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $162 | $150 |