Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic LX100 II
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Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic LX100 II Key Specs
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 120g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011
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- 17MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-75mm (F1.7-2.8) lens
- 392g - 115 x 66 x 64mm
- Introduced August 2018
- Older Model is Panasonic LX100
Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic LX100 II Overview
Here is a detailed assessment of the Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic LX100 II, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the LX100 II (17MP) is very similar but the VG-120 (1/2.3") and LX100 II (Four Thirds) offer different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe VG-120 was revealed 8 years prior to the LX100 II and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the VG-120 scores versus the LX100 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic LX100 II Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-120 & Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II. The full galleries are provided at Olympus VG-120 Gallery & Panasonic LX100 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-120 over the Panasonic LX100 II
VG-120 | LX100 II |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LX100 II over the Olympus VG-120
LX100 II | VG-120 | |||
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Introduced | August 2018 | January 2011 | Fresher by 92 months | |
Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Display resolution | 1240k | 230k | Sharper display (+1010k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus VG-120 and Panasonic LX100 II
VG-120 | LX100 II | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display size | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic LX100 II Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Olympus VG-120 provides physical dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX100 II has specifications of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") along with a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).
Check out the Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic LX100 II in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the VG-120 versus the LX100 II.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VG-120 and LX100 II is 96 and 81 respectively.
Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic LX100 II Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-120 and LX100 II.
Clearly, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The VG-120 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic LX100 II will deliver greater detail because of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older VG-120 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic LX100 II Specifications
Olympus VG-120 | Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus VG-120 | Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II |
Type | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-01-06 | 2018-08-22 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 17 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4736 x 3552 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-75mm (3.1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/1.7-2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 7cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 1,240k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,760k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1800 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 7.00 m (with included external flash at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | DMW-BLE9 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 120g (0.26 lb) | 392g (0.86 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 115 x 66 x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 160 photographs | 340 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-70B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $190 | $998 |