Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic GF2

In this article, we are analyzing the Olympus VG-120 versus Panasonic GF2, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the GF2 (12MP) is very close but the VG-120 (1/2.3") and GF2 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The VG-120 was launched at a similar time to the GF2 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the VG-120 matches up vs the GF2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-120 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The complete galleries are available at Olympus VG-120 Gallery & Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus VG-120 offers external measurements 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 GF2 has measurements of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the VG-120 compared to the GF2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VG-120 and GF2 is 96 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-120 and GF2.

All in all, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The VG-120 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Olympus VG-120 will result in more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively.