Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung TL205
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Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung TL205 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Released January 2010
- Alternate Name is PL100

Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung TL205 Overview
In this write-up, we will be comparing the Olympus VG-120 versus Samsung TL205, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The VG-120 was introduced 13 months after the TL205 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the VG-120 scores against the TL205 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung TL205 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-120 & Samsung TL205. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus VG-120 Gallery & Samsung TL205 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-120 over the Samsung TL205
VG-120 | TL205 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 13 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Olympus VG-120
TL205 | VG-120 |
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Common features in the Olympus VG-120 and Samsung TL205
VG-120 | TL205 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-120 enjoys physical measurements 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 TL205 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus VG-120 versus Samsung TL205 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the VG-120 versus the TL205.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VG-120 and TL205 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-120 and TL205.
As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Olympus VG-120 to offer more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer VG-120 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung TL205 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus VG-120 vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
Olympus VG-120 | Samsung TL205 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus VG-120 | Samsung TL205 |
Other name | - | PL100 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-01-06 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 120 grams (0.26 pounds) | 177 grams (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 160 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-70B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $190 | $180 |