Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung PL120

Here, we are reviewing the Olympus VG-160 versus Samsung PL120, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the VG-160 (14MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The VG-160 was introduced 13 months after the PL120 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VG-160 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the VG-160 matches up vs the PL120 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-160 & Samsung PL120. The whole galleries are available at Olympus VG-160 Gallery & Samsung PL120 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus VG-160 provides external dimensions 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 Samsung PL120 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus VG-160 versus Samsung PL120 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the VG-160 against the PL120.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the VG-160 and PL120 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by going through a spec sheet. The pic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-160 and PL120.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photos but you will need to take the age of the cameras into account. The newer VG-160 will have an edge in sensor innovation.