Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung NX300M
97 Imaging
35 Features
20 Overall
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86 Imaging
62 Features
73 Overall
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Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung NX300M Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 105g - 92 x 54 x 20mm
- Announced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Announced January 2013

Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung NX300M Overview
Its time to look much closer at the Olympus VG-110 versus Samsung NX300M, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the VG-110 (12MP) and NX300M (20MP) and the VG-110 (1/2.3") and NX300M (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

The VG-110 was brought out 23 months prior to the NX300M which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the VG-110 scores vs the NX300M in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung NX300M Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-110 & Samsung NX300M. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-110 Gallery & Samsung NX300M Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-110 over the Samsung NX300M
VG-110 | NX300M |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX300M over the Olympus VG-110
NX300M | VG-110 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2011 | More modern by 23 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen size | 3.3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.6") |
Screen resolution | 768k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+538k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus VG-110 and Samsung NX300M
VG-110 | NX300M | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung NX300M Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-110 enjoys external dimensions 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 NX300M has proportions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).
See the Olympus VG-110 versus Samsung NX300M in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the VG-110 compared to the NX300M.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VG-110 and NX300M is 97 and 86 respectively.

Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung NX300M Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the VG-110 and NX300M.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The VG-110 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX300M will resolve extra detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged VG-110 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung NX300M Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung NX300M Specifications
Olympus VG-110 | Samsung NX300M | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus VG-110 | Samsung NX300M |
Type | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2011-02-08 | 2013-01-03 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | DRIMe IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 247 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3.3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 768k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 9.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 105 grams (0.23 lbs) | 331 grams (0.73 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 54 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 170 images | 330 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-70B | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $150 | $699 |