Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic FX48
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95 Imaging
34 Features
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Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic FX48 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 105g - 92 x 54 x 20mm
- Announced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 95 x 53 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FX40

Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic FX48 Overview
Following is a extended assessment of the Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic FX48, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the VG-110 (12MP) and the FX48 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The VG-110 was released 2 years after the FX48 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FX48 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the VG-110 scores against the FX48 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic FX48 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-110 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus VG-110 Gallery and Panasonic FX48 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-110 over the Panasonic FX48
VG-110 | FX48 | |||
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Launched | February 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 25 months |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX48 over the Olympus VG-110
FX48 | VG-110 |
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Common features in the Olympus VG-110 and Panasonic FX48
VG-110 | FX48 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic FX48 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus VG-110 has got outer measurements of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Panasonic FX48 has measurements of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
Examine the Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic FX48 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the VG-110 compared to the FX48.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the VG-110 and FX48 is 97 and 95 respectively.

Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic FX48 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over technical specs. The pic underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-110 and FX48.
As you have seen, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of files though you will need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern VG-110 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic FX48 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic FX48 Specifications
Olympus VG-110 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus VG-110 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-FX40 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-02-08 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/3000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 105 grams (0.23 lb) | 150 grams (0.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 54 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 95 x 53 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 170 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-70B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $150 | $325 |