Olympus VG-120 vs Olympus VR-340

Below, we are comparing the Olympus VG-120 versus Olympus VR-340, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the VR-340 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The VG-120 was brought out 12 months earlier than the VR-340 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus VR-340 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the VG-120 matches up against the VR-340 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VG-120 & Olympus VR-340. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus VG-120 Gallery & Olympus VR-340 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VG-120 has exterior measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Olympus VR-340 has dimensions 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 consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the VG-120 compared to the VR-340.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the VG-120 and VR-340 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The graphic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-120 and VR-340.

All in all, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Olympus VR-340 to give more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older VG-120 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.