Olympus VG-160 vs Panasonic ZS80

Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus VG-160 versus Panasonic ZS80, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the VG-160 (14MP) and ZS80 (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The VG-160 was revealed 7 years earlier than the ZS80 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the VG-160 matches up vs the ZS80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-160 & Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-160 Gallery & Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VG-160 offers external dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS80 has dimensions of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

Examine the Olympus VG-160 versus Panasonic ZS80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the VG-160 vs the ZS80.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the VG-160 and ZS80 is 96 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The photograph below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the VG-160 and ZS80.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic ZS80 to provide greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older VG-160 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.