Olympus VG-120 vs Sony T900

Here is a in-depth overview of the Olympus VG-120 vs Sony T900, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the T900 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The VG-120 was revealed 23 months later than the T900 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the VG-120 grades versus the T900 when it comes 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-T900. The full galleries are provided at Olympus VG-120 Gallery and Sony T900 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and size. The Olympus VG-120 has outside measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony T900 has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).

Look at the Olympus VG-120 vs Sony T900 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the VG-120 compared to the T900.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the VG-120 and T900 is 96 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-120 and T900.

As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus VG-120 to give you more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger VG-120 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.