Olympus TG-610 vs Olympus VG-160
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Olympus TG-610 vs Olympus VG-160 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 190g - 96 x 65 x 26mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2012
Olympus TG-610 vs Olympus VG-160 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Olympus TG-610 vs Olympus VG-160, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are offered by Olympus. The image resolution of the TG-610 (14MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe TG-610 was released 12 months prior to the VG-160 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the TG-610 matches up versus the VG-160 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus TG-610 vs Olympus VG-160 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-610 & Olympus VG-160. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-610 Gallery & Olympus VG-160 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-610 over the Olympus VG-160
TG-610 | VG-160 | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the Olympus TG-610
VG-160 | TG-610 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | January 2011 | More modern by 12 months |
Common features in the Olympus TG-610 and Olympus VG-160
TG-610 | VG-160 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Olympus TG-610 vs Olympus VG-160 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-610 comes with external measurements of 96mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-160 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
See the Olympus TG-610 vs Olympus VG-160 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the TG-610 versus the VG-160.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-610 and VG-160 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Olympus TG-610 vs Olympus VG-160 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-610 and VG-160.
Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you should always take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged TG-610 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus TG-610 vs Olympus VG-160 Specifications
Olympus TG-610 | Olympus VG-160 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus TG-610 | Olympus VG-160 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-06 | 2012-01-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 7cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.20 m | 4.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 190g (0.42 lbs) | 125g (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 65 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 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 | 210 shots | 165 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-50B | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $223 | $90 |