Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung ST95
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Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung ST95 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Introduced January 2011
Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung ST95 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Olympus VG-120 versus Samsung ST95, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the ST95 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe VG-120 was manufactured at a similar time to the ST95 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the VG-120 matches up against the ST95 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung ST95 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-120 and Samsung ST95. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-120 Gallery and Samsung ST95 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-120 over the Samsung ST95
VG-120 | ST95 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST95 over the Olympus VG-120
ST95 | VG-120 | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus VG-120 and Samsung ST95
VG-120 | ST95 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | January 2011 | Similar generation | |
Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung ST95 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The Olympus VG-120 offers outer dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST95 has sizing of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check out the Olympus VG-120 versus Samsung ST95 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the VG-120 compared to the ST95.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VG-120 and ST95 is 96 and 99 respectively.
Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung ST95 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The pic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-120 and ST95.
Clearly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Samsung ST95 to give greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.
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Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung ST95 Specifications
Olympus VG-120 | Samsung ST95 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus VG-120 | Samsung ST95 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-01-06 | 2011-01-19 |
Body design | 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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated 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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 gr (0.26 pounds) | - |
Physical 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 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-70B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $190 | $145 |