Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung ST65
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Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung ST65 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Announced January 2011

Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung ST65 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Olympus VG-120 and Samsung ST65, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The VG-120 was announced at a similar time to the ST65 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the VG-120 scores against the ST65 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung ST65 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VG-120 and Samsung ST65. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus VG-120 Gallery and Samsung ST65 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-120 over the Samsung ST65
VG-120 | ST65 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST65 over the Olympus VG-120
ST65 | VG-120 | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus VG-120 and Samsung ST65
VG-120 | ST65 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung ST65 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VG-120 has got external 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 ST65 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Examine the Olympus VG-120 and Samsung ST65 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the VG-120 versus the ST65.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the VG-120 and ST65 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung ST65 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The visual here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-120 and ST65.
All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos but you may want to factor the release date of the cameras into account.

Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung ST65 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung ST65 Specifications
Olympus VG-120 | Samsung ST65 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus VG-120 | Samsung ST65 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-01-06 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 7cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 120 gr (0.26 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-70B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $190 | $130 |