Olympus VG-110 vs Sony H50

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Olympus VG-110 versus Sony H50, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the VG-110 (12MP) and H50 (9MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The VG-110 was revealed 2 years later than the H50 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony H50 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the VG-110 scores against the H50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-110 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The full galleries are available at Olympus VG-110 Gallery and Sony H50 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus VG-110 provides exterior dimensions of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Sony H50 has sizing of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") having a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).

Examine the Olympus VG-110 versus Sony H50 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the VG-110 vs the H50.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the VG-110 and H50 is 97 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-110 and H50.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Olympus VG-110 to deliver more detail because of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer VG-110 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.