Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic GX8

Following is a extended overview of the Olympus VG-110 versus Panasonic GX8, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the VG-110 (12MP) and GX8 (20MP) and the VG-110 (1/2.3") and GX8 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor size.

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The VG-110 was introduced 5 years before the GX8 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the VG-110 scores vs the GX8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-110 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-110 Gallery and Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VG-110 features outer measurements of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Panasonic GX8 has dimensions of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") along with a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

Compare the Olympus VG-110 versus Panasonic GX8 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the VG-110 vs the GX8.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VG-110 and GX8 is 97 and 74 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The pic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-110 and GX8.

As you can tell, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The VG-110 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic GX8 will provide extra detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged VG-110 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.