Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic 3D1

Following is a extended assessment of the Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic 3D1, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the VG-110 (12MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The VG-110 was released 9 months before the 3D1 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the VG-110 matches up versus the 3D1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-110 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-110 Gallery & Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus VG-110 enjoys external dimensions of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Panasonic 3D1 has measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the VG-110 against the 3D1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VG-110 and 3D1 is 97 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The picture below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-110 and 3D1.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files though you should always consider the age of the cameras into account. The more aged VG-110 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.