Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung NX mini

Here, we are comparing the Olympus VG-110 and Samsung NX mini, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the VG-110 (12MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the VG-110 (1/2.3") and NX mini (1") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The VG-110 was revealed 4 years earlier than the NX mini and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the VG-110 grades against the NX mini when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VG-110 and Samsung NX mini. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-110 Gallery and Samsung NX mini Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-110 has exterior measurements of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Samsung NX mini has proportions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus VG-110 and Samsung NX mini in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the VG-110 and the NX mini.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VG-110 and NX mini is 97 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by reading specs. The visual here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-110 and NX mini.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The VG-110 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Samsung NX mini will offer greater detail because of its extra 8.5MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older VG-110 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.