Olympus VG-110 vs Sony A7R III

In this article, we will be looking at the Olympus VG-110 versus Sony A7R III, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the VG-110 (12MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the VG-110 (1/2.3") and A7R III (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The VG-110 was manufactured 7 years earlier than the A7R III which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the VG-110 matches up vs the A7R III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-110 & Sony Alpha A7R III. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-110 Gallery & Sony A7R III Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VG-110 provides outside measurements of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Sony A7R III has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus VG-110 versus Sony A7R III in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the VG-110 versus the A7R III.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VG-110 and A7R III is 97 and 63 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The picture underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-110 and A7R III.

Clearly, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The VG-110 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Sony A7R III will produce greater detail due to its extra 30MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged VG-110 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.