Olympus VG-160 vs Panasonic SZ8

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Olympus VG-160 versus Panasonic SZ8, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the VG-160 (14MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The VG-160 was manufactured 24 months prior to the SZ8 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the VG-160 scores versus the SZ8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-160 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-160 Gallery and Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-160 features external measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ8 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the Olympus VG-160 versus Panasonic SZ8 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the VG-160 vs the SZ8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the VG-160 and SZ8 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading specifications. The photograph here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-160 and SZ8.

Plainly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic SZ8 to offer more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older VG-160 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.