Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic ZS15

Here, we are comparing the Olympus VG-110 and Panasonic ZS15, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the VG-110 (12MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The VG-110 was announced 16 months earlier than the ZS15 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the VG-110 grades vs the ZS15 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-110 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The whole galleries are available at Olympus VG-110 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-110 comes with exterior 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) whilst the Panasonic ZS15 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Check the Olympus VG-110 and Panasonic ZS15 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the VG-110 compared to the ZS15.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VG-110 and ZS15 is 97 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the VG-110 and ZS15.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of images but you will need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older VG-110 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.