Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic S3

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic S3, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the VG-110 (12MP) and the S3 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The VG-110 was brought out 2 months after the S3 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic S3 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the VG-110 matches up against the S3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-110 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-110 Gallery and Panasonic S3 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus VG-110 offers physical 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 S3 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic S3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the VG-110 vs the S3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the VG-110 and S3 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-110 and S3.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic S3 to offer greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.