Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic FX580

Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus VG-120 versus Panasonic FX580, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the FX580 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The VG-120 was manufactured 24 months later than the FX580 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FX580 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the VG-120 grades versus the FX580 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-120 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-120 Gallery and Panasonic FX580 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VG-120 features outer 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 FX580 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check the Olympus VG-120 versus Panasonic FX580 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the VG-120 versus the FX580.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VG-120 and FX580 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-120 and FX580.

Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus VG-120 to render extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent VG-120 provides an edge in sensor innovation.