Olympus VG-160 vs Panasonic FS25
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Olympus VG-160 vs Panasonic FS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
Olympus VG-160 vs Panasonic FS25 Overview
Here is a extensive assessment of the Olympus VG-160 versus Panasonic FS25, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the VG-160 (14MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe VG-160 was released 2 years later than the FS25 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the VG-160 grades vs the FS25 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus VG-160 vs Panasonic FS25 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-160 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus VG-160 Gallery & Panasonic FS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the Panasonic FS25
VG-160 | FS25 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | January 2009 | Fresher by 36 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Olympus VG-160
FS25 | VG-160 |
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Common features in the Olympus VG-160 and Panasonic FS25
VG-160 | FS25 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Olympus VG-160 vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-160 comes with outer measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic FS25 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Look at the Olympus VG-160 versus Panasonic FS25 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the VG-160 compared to the FS25.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the VG-160 and FS25 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Olympus VG-160 vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The visual below will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-160 and FS25.
As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Olympus VG-160 to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer VG-160 should have an advantage in sensor tech.
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Olympus VG-160 vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications
Olympus VG-160 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus VG-160 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-01-10 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.80 m | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 grams (0.28 lb) | 148 grams (0.33 lb) |
Dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 165 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-70B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $90 | $230 |