Olympus VG-120 vs Sony W550

On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus VG-120 vs Sony W550, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the W550 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VG-120 was manufactured 6 months before the W550 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the VG-120 matches up vs the W550 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VG-120 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus VG-120 Gallery and Sony W550 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus VG-120 has 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) and the Sony W550 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus VG-120 vs Sony W550 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the VG-120 versus the W550.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VG-120 and W550 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The image below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-120 and W550.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of files however you would want to consider the release date of the products into consideration.