Olympus TG-860 vs Olympus VG-120

Following is a detailed analysis of the Olympus TG-860 vs Olympus VG-120, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both produced by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the TG-860 (16MP) and the VG-120 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-860 was introduced 4 years after the VG-120 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the TG-860 grades versus the VG-120 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 and Olympus VG-120. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-860 Gallery and Olympus VG-120 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-860 comes with outer measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 224 grams (0.49 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).

Compare the Olympus TG-860 vs Olympus VG-120 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the TG-860 vs the VG-120.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-860 and VG-120 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out technical specs. The image underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-860 and VG-120.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Olympus TG-860 to provide extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more recent TG-860 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.