Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung ST30
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Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung ST30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 120g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 87g - 82 x 52 x 17mm
- Announced January 2011
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Here is a extended review of the Olympus VG-120 versus Samsung ST30, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the VG-120 (14MP) and ST30 (10MP) and the VG-120 (1/2.3") and ST30 (1/3") provide totally different sensor measurements.
Photography GlossaryThe VG-120 was brought out within a month of the ST30 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the VG-120 matches up versus the ST30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Olympus VG-120 over the Samsung ST30
| VG-120 | ST30 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung ST30 over the Olympus VG-120
| ST30 | VG-120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus VG-120 and Samsung ST30
| VG-120 | ST30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2011 |  | January 2011 | Similar age |
| Manual focus |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither includes Touch screen |
Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung ST30 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VG-120 features outer measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Samsung ST30 has dimensions of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the VG-120 vs the ST30.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VG-120 and ST30 is 96 and 98 respectively.
Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung ST30 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-120 and ST30.
Plainly, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The VG-120 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Olympus VG-120 will deliver greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively.
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Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung ST30 Specifications
| Olympus VG-120 | Samsung ST30 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Olympus | Samsung |
| Model type | Olympus VG-120 | Samsung ST30 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Revealed | 2011-01-06 | 2011-01-19 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | TruePic III | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | - |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | () |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | - |
| Macro focusing range | 7cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 7.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.40 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 640 x 480 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 120 grams (0.26 pounds) | 87 grams (0.19 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 82 x 52 x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 160 photos | - |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | LI-70B | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | - |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC | - |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Pricing at release | $190 | $55 |