Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung ST600

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Olympus VG-120 versus Samsung ST600, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the ST600 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The VG-120 was introduced 13 months after the ST600 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the VG-120 scores against the ST600 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VG-120 & Samsung ST600. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-120 Gallery & Samsung ST600 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-120 has exterior measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST600 has proportions of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check the Olympus VG-120 versus Samsung ST600 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the VG-120 vs the ST600.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VG-120 and ST600 is 96 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-120 and ST600.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photos but you have to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer VG-120 provides an edge in sensor tech.