Olympus VG-120 vs Sony W610

Below is a detailed analysis of the Olympus VG-120 and Sony W610, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the W610 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VG-120 was revealed 12 months before the W610 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W610 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the VG-120 scores versus the W610 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-120 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The full galleries are provided at Olympus VG-120 Gallery and Sony W610 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus VG-120 has outer dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony W610 has sizing of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the VG-120 compared to the W610.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the VG-120 and W610 is 96 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by viewing specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-120 and W610.

Plainly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you will want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older VG-120 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.