Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung HZ35W

Below, we will be looking at the Olympus VG-120 and Samsung HZ35W, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is pretty similar and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VG-120 was brought out 7 months after the HZ35W so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the VG-120 grades versus the HZ35W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-120 and Samsung HZ35W. The entire galleries are available at Olympus VG-120 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus VG-120 offers outer measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Samsung HZ35W has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus VG-120 and Samsung HZ35W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the VG-120 and the HZ35W.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the VG-120 and HZ35W is 96 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-120 and HZ35W.

Clearly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Olympus VG-120 to offer greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The fresher VG-120 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.