Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung NX300

Here is a thorough comparison of the Olympus VG-120 versus Samsung NX300, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the VG-120 (14MP) and NX300 (20MP) and the VG-120 (1/2.3") and NX300 (APS-C) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The VG-120 was revealed 3 years prior to the NX300 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the VG-120 scores versus the NX300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-120 and Samsung NX300. The full galleries are available at Olympus VG-120 Gallery and Samsung NX300 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus VG-120 features physical 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 Samsung NX300 has specifications of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the VG-120 against the NX300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VG-120 and NX300 is 96 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The photograph below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-120 and NX300.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The VG-120 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX300 will give extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older VG-120 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.