Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic G7

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic G7, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the VG-110 (12MP) and G7 (16MP) and the VG-110 (1/2.3") and G7 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor size.

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The VG-110 was unveiled 5 years before the G7 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the VG-110 scores against the G7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-110 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-110 Gallery and Panasonic G7 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus VG-110 provides physical dimensions of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Panasonic G7 has measurements of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") and a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

See the Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic G7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the VG-110 vs the G7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VG-110 and G7 is 97 and 71 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the VG-110 and G7.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The VG-110 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic G7 will deliver extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged VG-110 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.