Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic GF6

Here is a thorough analysis of the Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic GF6, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the GF6 (16MP) is relatively close but the VG-120 (1/2.3") and GF6 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The VG-120 was released 3 years prior to the GF6 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the VG-120 matches up against the GF6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-120 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus VG-120 Gallery & Panasonic GF6 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus VG-120 has got exterior measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Panasonic GF6 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the VG-120 against the GF6.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VG-120 and GF6 is 96 and 87 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The photograph below might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-120 and GF6.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The VG-120 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Panasonic GF6 will provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older VG-120 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.