Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic ZS25

On this page, we will be contrasting the Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic ZS25, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The VG-120 was launched 24 months prior to the ZS25 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the VG-120 matches up against the ZS25 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-120 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-120 Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-120 offers outer dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS25 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the VG-120 versus the ZS25.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the VG-120 and ZS25 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The visual underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the VG-120 and ZS25.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic ZS25 to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The older VG-120 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.