Olympus VG-120 vs Olympus VG-160

Here, we will be contrasting the Olympus VG-120 vs Olympus VG-160, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Olympus. The image resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The VG-120 was launched 12 months earlier than the VG-160 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus VG-160 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the VG-120 scores vs the VG-160 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-120 & Olympus VG-160. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus VG-120 Gallery & Olympus VG-160 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus VG-120 features outer measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Olympus VG-160 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the VG-120 against the VG-160.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the VG-120 and VG-160 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading specs. The image below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-120 and VG-160.

All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you can expect similar quality of pictures though you might want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged VG-120 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.