Olympus 8010 vs Olympus VG-110

Here, we are comparing the Olympus 8010 vs Olympus VG-110, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are offered by Olympus. The image resolution of the 8010 (13MP) and the VG-110 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 8010 was manufactured 12 months prior to the VG-110 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 8010 being a Compact camera and the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the 8010 matches up against the VG-110 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 and Olympus VG-110. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 8010 Gallery and Olympus VG-110 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus 8010 provides physical measurements of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and 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).

See the Olympus 8010 vs Olympus VG-110 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the 8010 compared to the VG-110.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 8010 and VG-110 is 92 and 97 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The image below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 8010 and VG-110.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus 8010 to provide greater detail due to its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged 8010 will be behind in sensor innovation.