Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung PL200

Below is a comprehensive review of the Olympus VG-120 versus Samsung PL200, 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 PL200 (14MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The VG-120 was released 6 months later than the PL200 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung PL200 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the VG-120 scores versus the PL200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VG-120 and Samsung PL200. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus VG-120 Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-120 features external dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Samsung PL200 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the VG-120 versus the PL200.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VG-120 and PL200 is 96 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing specs. The graphic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the VG-120 and PL200.

All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images though you would want to factor the release date of the products into consideration.