Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic GF7

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Olympus VG-110 versus Panasonic GF7, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the VG-110 (12MP) and GF7 (16MP) and the VG-110 (1/2.3") and GF7 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor size.

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The VG-110 was manufactured 5 years before the GF7 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the VG-110 grades vs the GF7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-110 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-110 Gallery and Panasonic GF7 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-110 provides exterior measurements of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Panasonic GF7 has proportions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Check the Olympus VG-110 versus Panasonic GF7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the VG-110 vs the GF7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VG-110 and GF7 is 97 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The visual below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-110 and GF7.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The VG-110 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Panasonic GF7 will give greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The older VG-110 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.