Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic FS15

Lets take a closer look at the Olympus VG-120 versus Panasonic FS15, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The VG-120 was unveiled 24 months later than the FS15 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the VG-120 scores vs the FS15 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VG-120 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-120 Gallery and Panasonic FS15 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus VG-120 offers exterior dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Panasonic FS15 has measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Check out the Olympus VG-120 versus Panasonic FS15 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the VG-120 and the FS15.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VG-120 and FS15 is 96 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-120 and FS15.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus VG-120 to offer greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent VG-120 should have an advantage in sensor technology.