Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic ZS10

In this article, we are analyzing the Olympus VG-120 versus Panasonic ZS10, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VG-120 was brought out about the same time to the ZS10 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the VG-120 matches up against the ZS10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-120 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-120 Gallery & Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-120 offers outside dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS10 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the VG-120 versus the ZS10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VG-120 and ZS10 is 96 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the VG-120 and ZS10.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of images however you need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account.