Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Olympus VG-120

Following is a extensive overview of the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Olympus VG-120, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are sold by Olympus. The resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the VG-120 (14MP) is very well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was launched 11 months earlier than the VG-120 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-800 UZ being a Compact camera and the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SP-800 UZ grades vs the VG-120 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Olympus VG-120. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Olympus VG-120 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-800 UZ features outer measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") along with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-120 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

See the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Olympus VG-120 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the SP-800 UZ compared to the VG-120.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SP-800 UZ and VG-120 is 69 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The picture below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-800 UZ and VG-120.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you will need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged SP-800 UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.