Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic FZ28
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Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 120g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Revealed January 2009
Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Olympus VG-120 and Panasonic FZ28, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the VG-120 (14MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe VG-120 was unveiled 2 years later than the FZ28 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the VG-120 matches up against the FZ28 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-120 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The full galleries are provided at Olympus VG-120 Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-120 over the Panasonic FZ28
VG-120 | FZ28 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | January 2009 | Fresher by 25 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Olympus VG-120
FZ28 | VG-120 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Olympus VG-120 and Panasonic FZ28
VG-120 | FZ28 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want 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") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ28 has measurements of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).
Examine the Olympus VG-120 and Panasonic FZ28 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the VG-120 against the FZ28.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the VG-120 and FZ28 is 96 and 72 respectively.
Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-120 and FZ28.
As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Olympus VG-120 to offer extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The younger VG-120 provides an edge in sensor innovation.
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Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Olympus VG-120 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus VG-120 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-01-06 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focus range | 7cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 120 gr (0.26 pounds) | 417 gr (0.92 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 27 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 17.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 79 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 160 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-70B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $190 | $599 |