Olympus VG-120 vs Sony HX20V

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Olympus VG-120 vs Sony HX20V, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the VG-120 (14MP) and HX20V (18MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The VG-120 was revealed 18 months before the HX20V which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the VG-120 scores against the HX20V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-120 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The full galleries are available at Olympus VG-120 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VG-120 has got 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 Sony HX20V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Look at the Olympus VG-120 vs Sony HX20V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the VG-120 compared to the HX20V.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the VG-120 and HX20V is 96 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The graphic below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-120 and HX20V.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony HX20V to give you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older VG-120 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.