Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus VG-120

Here is a comprehensive review of the Olympus SP-610UZ versus Olympus VG-120, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are created by Olympus. The resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the VG-120 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-610UZ was unveiled around the same time to the VG-120 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-610UZ being a Compact camera and the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the SP-610UZ matches up against the VG-120 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-610UZ and Olympus VG-120. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Olympus VG-120 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-610UZ provides exterior measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-120 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

See the Olympus SP-610UZ versus Olympus VG-120 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SP-610UZ compared to the VG-120.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-610UZ and VG-120 is 79 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-610UZ and VG-120.

Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you may want to consider the production date of the cameras into account.