Olympus VG-120 vs Sony W530

Lets take a closer look at the Olympus VG-120 versus Sony W530, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the W530 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VG-120 was revealed within a month of the W530 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the VG-120 grades against the W530 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VG-120 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The full galleries are available at Olympus VG-120 Gallery & Sony W530 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus VG-120 comes with exterior measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony W530 has specifications of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Look at the Olympus VG-120 versus Sony W530 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the VG-120 compared to the W530.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VG-120 and W530 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Typically, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading through technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-120 and W530.

As you can tell, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP so you can expect similar quality of photographs although you should consider the launch date of the products into consideration.