Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung SL820

Let's take a closer look at the Olympus VG-120 versus Samsung SL820, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The VG-120 was announced 23 months later than the SL820 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung SL820 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the VG-120 matches up vs the SL820 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-120 and Samsung SL820. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-120 Gallery and Samsung SL820 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus VG-120 enjoys outside 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 SL820 has specifications of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check the Olympus VG-120 versus Samsung SL820 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the VG-120 against the SL820.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VG-120 and SL820 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-120 and SL820.

As you can see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus VG-120 to show greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher VG-120 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.