Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic FH1

Here, we are evaluating the Olympus VG-120 and Panasonic FH1, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VG-120 was introduced 13 months later than the FH1 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FH1 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the VG-120 matches up versus the FH1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-120 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The whole galleries are available at Olympus VG-120 Gallery & Panasonic FH1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VG-120 has got physical measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Panasonic FH1 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the VG-120 vs the FH1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VG-120 and FH1 is 96 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The graphic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-120 and FH1.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Olympus VG-120 to provide you with extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The newer VG-120 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.