Olympus VG-160 vs Panasonic LF1

Here, we will be contrasting the Olympus VG-160 versus Panasonic LF1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the VG-160 (14MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the VG-160 (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The VG-160 was brought out 22 months before the LF1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the VG-160 grades vs the LF1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-160 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-160 Gallery and Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in 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") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic LF1 has specifications of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Look at the Olympus VG-160 versus Panasonic LF1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the VG-160 versus the LF1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VG-160 and LF1 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The visual underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-160 and LF1.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The VG-160 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Olympus VG-160 will provide greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older VG-160 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.