Nikon S220 vs Olympus VG-120
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![Nikon Coolpix S220 front Nikon Coolpix S220 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S220/Nikon-S220-front.jpg)
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Nikon S220 vs Olympus VG-120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 2000
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 100g - 90 x 56 x 18mm
- Launched February 2009
(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
- Launched January 2011
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Nikon S220 vs Olympus VG-120 Overview
Let's look a little more in depth at the Nikon S220 versus Olympus VG-120, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the S220 (10MP) and VG-120 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The S220 was manufactured 23 months earlier than the VG-120 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S220 grades against the VG-120 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon S220 vs Olympus VG-120 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S220 & Olympus VG-120. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S220 Gallery & Olympus VG-120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S220 over the Olympus VG-120
S220 | VG-120 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus VG-120 over the Nikon S220
VG-120 | S220 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 23 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Nikon S220 and Olympus VG-120
S220 | VG-120 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Nikon S220 vs Olympus VG-120 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S220 has got outside dimensions of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Olympus VG-120 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).
See the Nikon S220 versus Olympus VG-120 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the S220 versus the VG-120.
![Nikon S220 vs Olympus VG-120 size comparison Nikon S220 vs Olympus VG-120 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S220-vs-Olympus-VG-120-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S220 and VG-120 is 97 and 96 respectively.
![Nikon S220 vs Olympus VG-120 top view buttons comparison Nikon S220 vs Olympus VG-120 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S220-vs-Olympus-VG-120-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S220 vs Olympus VG-120 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The image here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S220 and VG-120.
As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus VG-120 to provide more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged S220 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
![Nikon S220 vs Olympus VG-120 sensor size comparison Nikon S220 vs Olympus VG-120 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S220-vs-Olympus-VG-120-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S220 vs Olympus VG-120 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S220 vs Olympus VG-120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S220 vs Olympus VG-120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S220-vs-Olympus-VG-120-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Nikon S220 vs Olympus VG-120 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S220 | Olympus VG-120 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S220 | Olympus VG-120 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 2000 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 7cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 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 | 640x480 | 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 100 grams (0.22 lb) | 120 grams (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 56 x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | - | 160 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL10 | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $56 | $190 |