Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung HZ50W

On this page, we are matching up the Olympus VG-110 and Samsung HZ50W, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the VG-110 (12MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The VG-110 was released 10 months after the HZ50W which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the VG-110 grades versus the HZ50W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VG-110 and Samsung HZ50W. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-110 Gallery and Samsung HZ50W Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus VG-110 enjoys external dimensions of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Samsung HZ50W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Compare the Olympus VG-110 and Samsung HZ50W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the VG-110 vs the HZ50W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VG-110 and HZ50W is 97 and 70 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specs. The picture here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-110 and HZ50W.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Samsung HZ50W to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The newer VG-110 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.