Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung ST700
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![Olympus VG-110 front Olympus VG-110 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-VG-110/Olympus-VG-110-front.jpg)
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Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung ST700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 105g - 92 x 54 x 20mm
- Introduced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 99 x 55 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2011
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Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung ST700 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung ST700, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the VG-110 (12MP) and ST700 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The VG-110 was released 2 months later than the ST700 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the VG-110 grades versus the ST700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung ST700 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-110 and Samsung ST700. The complete galleries are available at Olympus VG-110 Gallery and Samsung ST700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-110 over the Samsung ST700
VG-110 | ST700 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST700 over the Olympus VG-110
ST700 | VG-110 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus VG-110 and Samsung ST700
VG-110 | ST700 | |||
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Introduced | February 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung ST700 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-110 provides exterior measurements of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST700 has proportions of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
See the Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung ST700 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the VG-110 against the ST700.
![Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung ST700 size comparison Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung ST700 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-VG-110-vs-Samsung-ST700-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VG-110 and ST700 is 97 and 99 respectively.
![Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung ST700 top view buttons comparison Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung ST700 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-VG-110-vs-Samsung-ST700-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung ST700 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-110 and ST700.
As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung ST700 to provide more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively.
![Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung ST700 sensor size comparison Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung ST700 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-VG-110-vs-Samsung-ST700-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung ST700 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung ST700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung ST700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-VG-110-vs-Samsung-ST700-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung ST700 Specifications
Olympus VG-110 | Samsung ST700 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus VG-110 | Samsung ST700 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-02-08 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | () |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 105 grams (0.23 lb) | - |
Dimensions | 92 x 54 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 99 x 55 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-70B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $150 | $280 |