Olympus VG-120 vs Sony WX80

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus VG-120 vs Sony WX80, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VG-120 was introduced 24 months before the WX80 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX80 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the VG-120 grades versus the WX80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-120 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus VG-120 Gallery & Sony WX80 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-120 offers physical dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony WX80 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the VG-120 versus the WX80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the VG-120 and WX80 is 96 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The graphic here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the VG-120 and WX80.

To sum up, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony WX80 to result in greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older VG-120 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.