Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung NX30

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung NX30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the VG-160 (14MP) and NX30 (20MP) and the VG-160 (1/2.3") and NX30 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The VG-160 was introduced 24 months before the NX30 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VG-160 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the VG-160 scores vs the NX30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-160 and Samsung NX30. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus VG-160 Gallery and Samsung NX30 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VG-160 provides external measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung NX30 has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

Look at the Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung NX30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the VG-160 against the NX30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VG-160 and NX30 is 96 and 75 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-160 and NX30.

As you can see, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The VG-160 having a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Samsung NX30 will provide you with extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged VG-160 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.