Olympus VG-110 vs Sony TX7
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Olympus VG-110 vs Sony TX7 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
- Launched February 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
- Launched January 2010
Olympus VG-110 vs Sony TX7 Overview
In this article, we are contrasting the Olympus VG-110 vs Sony TX7, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the VG-110 (12MP) and the TX7 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the VG-110 (1/2.3") and TX7 (1/2.4") come with totally different sensor measurements.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe VG-110 was introduced 14 months after the TX7 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the VG-110 matches up against the TX7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus VG-110 vs Sony TX7 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VG-110 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-110 Gallery & Sony TX7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-110 over the Sony TX7
VG-110 | TX7 | |||
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Launched | February 2011 | January 2010 | Newer by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX7 over the Olympus VG-110
TX7 | VG-110 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.5" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus VG-110 and Sony TX7
VG-110 | TX7 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Olympus VG-110 vs Sony TX7 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-110 comes with exterior dimensions of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Sony TX7 has proportions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Look at the Olympus VG-110 vs Sony TX7 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the VG-110 compared to the TX7.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the VG-110 and TX7 is 97 and 95 respectively.
Olympus VG-110 vs Sony TX7 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out specifications. The picture here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-110 and TX7.
To sum up, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The VG-110 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Olympus VG-110 will provide greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The newer VG-110 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Olympus VG-110 vs Sony TX7 Specifications
Olympus VG-110 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus VG-110 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-02-08 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3.5" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 3.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 105 gr (0.23 lb) | 149 gr (0.33 lb) |
Dimensions | 92 x 54 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 170 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-70B | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $150 | $300 |