Olympus VG-110 vs Sony A230

Lets examine more closely at the Olympus VG-110 versus Sony A230, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the VG-110 (12MP) and the A230 (10MP) is very well matched but the VG-110 (1/2.3") and A230 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The VG-110 was introduced 22 months later than the A230 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A230 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the VG-110 scores versus the A230 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-110 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A230. The whole galleries are available at Olympus VG-110 Gallery and Sony A230 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus VG-110 provides outside 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 Sony A230 has measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs).

Look at the Olympus VG-110 versus Sony A230 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the VG-110 against the A230.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the VG-110 and A230 is 97 and 69 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The visual below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-110 and A230.

Plainly, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The VG-110 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Olympus VG-110 will give you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer VG-110 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.