Olympus VG-160 vs Panasonic FX90

Here, we are contrasting the Olympus VG-160 vs Panasonic FX90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the VG-160 (14MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The VG-160 was manufactured 5 months later than the FX90 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the VG-160 scores versus the FX90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-160 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus VG-160 Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and size. The Olympus VG-160 enjoys exterior measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX90 has specifications of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus VG-160 vs Panasonic FX90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the VG-160 compared to the FX90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the VG-160 and FX90 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-160 and FX90.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Olympus VG-160 to give you more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively.