Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic FP2

Below, we will be comparing the Olympus VG-120 versus Panasonic FP2, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the FP2 (14MP) is pretty close and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The VG-120 was unveiled 13 months later than the FP2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the VG-120 matches up against the FP2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-120 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2. The full galleries are available at Olympus VG-120 Gallery and Panasonic FP2 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus VG-120 enjoys physical dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Panasonic FP2 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check the Olympus VG-120 versus Panasonic FP2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the VG-120 vs the FP2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the VG-120 and FP2 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-120 and FP2.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you need to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent VG-120 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.