Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic FH3

Below is a detailed overview of the Olympus VG-120 and Panasonic FH3, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The VG-120 was revealed 13 months later than the FH3 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FH3 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the VG-120 matches up vs the FH3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-120 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The full galleries are provided at Olympus VG-120 Gallery and Panasonic FH3 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus VG-120 has external dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH3 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Compare the Olympus VG-120 and Panasonic FH3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the VG-120 vs the FH3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VG-120 and FH3 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements just by looking through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the VG-120 and FH3.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you really should factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent VG-120 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.