Olympus TG-810 vs Olympus VG-110
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Olympus TG-810 vs Olympus VG-110 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 215g - 100 x 65 x 26mm
- Launched August 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 105g - 92 x 54 x 20mm
- Launched February 2011

Olympus TG-810 vs Olympus VG-110 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Olympus TG-810 vs Olympus VG-110, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both produced by Olympus. The resolution of the TG-810 (14MP) and the VG-110 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The TG-810 was unveiled 7 months after the VG-110 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-810 being a Compact camera and the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the TG-810 grades versus the VG-110 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus TG-810 vs Olympus VG-110 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-810 and Olympus VG-110. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-810 Gallery and Olympus VG-110 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-810 over the Olympus VG-110
TG-810 | VG-110 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | ![]() | February 2011 | More modern by 7 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-110 over the Olympus TG-810
VG-110 | TG-810 |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-810 and Olympus VG-110
TG-810 | VG-110 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Olympus TG-810 vs Olympus VG-110 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-810 has physical measurements of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Olympus VG-110 has sizing of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).
Compare the Olympus TG-810 vs Olympus VG-110 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-810 versus the VG-110.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-810 and VG-110 is 92 and 97 respectively.

Olympus TG-810 vs Olympus VG-110 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-810 and VG-110.
As you can see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus TG-810 to resolve greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The fresher TG-810 will have an advantage in sensor tech.

Olympus TG-810 vs Olympus VG-110 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-810 vs Olympus VG-110 Specifications
Olympus TG-810 | Olympus VG-110 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus TG-810 | Olympus VG-110 |
Category | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-08-16 | 2011-02-08 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III+ | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 27-108mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.9-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 920 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.20 m | 4.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 215g (0.47 lbs) | 105g (0.23 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 65 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 92 x 54 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 pictures | 170 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-50B | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $428 | $150 |