Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic FH20
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Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic FH20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 120g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 178g - 100 x 56 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS30
Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic FH20 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus VG-120 versus Panasonic FH20, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe VG-120 was revealed 13 months later than the FH20 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FH20 being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the VG-120 scores versus the FH20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic FH20 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-120 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-120 Gallery & Panasonic FH20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-120 over the Panasonic FH20
VG-120 | FH20 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | January 2010 | More recent by 13 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH20 over the Olympus VG-120
FH20 | VG-120 |
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Common features in the Olympus VG-120 and Panasonic FH20
VG-120 | FH20 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic FH20 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Olympus VG-120 enjoys exterior measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Panasonic FH20 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
See the Olympus VG-120 versus Panasonic FH20 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the VG-120 against the FH20.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VG-120 and FH20 is 96 and 93 respectively.
Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic FH20 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements just by checking out specs. The photograph below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-120 and FH20.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you may want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more modern VG-120 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic FH20 Specifications
Olympus VG-120 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus VG-120 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-FS30 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-06 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 7cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 5.80 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 120g (0.26 lbs) | 178g (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 100 x 56 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
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 | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-70B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $190 | $179 |