Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic ZS40

In this article, we will be contrasting the Olympus VG-110 and Panasonic ZS40, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the VG-110 (12MP) and ZS40 (18MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VG-110 was brought out 3 years prior to the ZS40 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS40 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a brief overview of how the VG-110 matches up versus the ZS40 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-110 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-110 Gallery & Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus VG-110 enjoys outer dimensions of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS40 has specifications of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus VG-110 and Panasonic ZS40 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the VG-110 compared to the ZS40.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the VG-110 and ZS40 is 97 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The photograph below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the VG-110 and ZS40.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic ZS40 to produce greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older VG-110 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.