Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic SZ1

Let's look a bit more closely at the Olympus VG-120 versus Panasonic SZ1, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The VG-120 was brought out 12 months before the SZ1 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic SZ1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the VG-120 grades against the SZ1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-120 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus VG-120 Gallery & Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VG-120 provides external measurements 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 SZ1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the VG-120 and the SZ1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VG-120 and SZ1 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over technical specs. The image here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-120 and SZ1.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic SZ1 to deliver more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged VG-120 is going to be behind in sensor technology.