Olympus VG-120 vs Sony WX50

Let's examine more closely at the Olympus VG-120 vs Sony WX50, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The VG-120 was announced 12 months prior to the WX50 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX50 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the VG-120 grades versus the WX50 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-120 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The whole galleries are available at Olympus VG-120 Gallery & Sony WX50 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus VG-120 has got exterior 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 WX50 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the VG-120 and the WX50.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VG-120 and WX50 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the VG-120 and WX50.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony WX50 to give greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged VG-120 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.