Olympus VG-120 vs Sony WX1

Its time to look closer at the Olympus VG-120 vs Sony WX1, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the VG-120 (14MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the VG-120 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") posses different sensor size.

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The VG-120 was introduced 18 months later than the WX1 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the VG-120 grades vs the WX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-120 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-120 Gallery & Sony WX1 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus VG-120 has got physical measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Sony WX1 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus VG-120 vs Sony WX1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the VG-120 vs the WX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the VG-120 and WX1 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Often, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-120 and WX1.

To sum up, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The VG-120 using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Olympus VG-120 will provide you with more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern VG-120 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.