Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung MV800

Let's take a closer look at the Olympus VG-120 versus Samsung MV800, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the MV800 (16MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The VG-120 was revealed 7 months earlier than the MV800 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung MV800 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a short highlight of how the VG-120 matches up vs the MV800 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-120 and Samsung MV800. The full galleries are provided at Olympus VG-120 Gallery and Samsung MV800 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus VG-120 enjoys 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 Samsung MV800 has sizing of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus VG-120 versus Samsung MV800 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the VG-120 vs the MV800.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VG-120 and MV800 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading specs. The visual underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-120 and MV800.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung MV800 to offer extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The older VG-120 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.