Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic FZ100

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Olympus VG-120 and Panasonic FZ100, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the FZ100 (14MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The VG-120 was brought out 6 months later than the FZ100 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the VG-120 grades vs the FZ100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-120 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100. The entire galleries are available at Olympus VG-120 Gallery and Panasonic FZ100 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-120 has outer 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 FZ100 has proportions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

Examine the Olympus VG-120 and Panasonic FZ100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the VG-120 and the FZ100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VG-120 and FZ100 is 96 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-120 and FZ100.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of files however you should take the production date of the cameras into account.