Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung HZ15W

On this page, we are comparing the Olympus VG-110 and Samsung HZ15W, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the VG-110 (12MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VG-110 was launched 24 months later than the HZ15W making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung HZ15W being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the VG-110 grades versus the HZ15W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VG-110 and Samsung HZ15W. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus VG-110 Gallery and Samsung HZ15W Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VG-110 has 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) and the Samsung HZ15W has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check out the Olympus VG-110 and Samsung HZ15W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the VG-110 vs the HZ15W.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VG-110 and HZ15W is 97 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-110 and HZ15W.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos though you have to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern VG-110 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.