Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung PL200

Let's look more closely at the Olympus VG-160 versus Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the VG-160 (14MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The VG-160 was introduced 18 months after the PL200 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the VG-160 scores versus the PL200 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-160 and Samsung PL200. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus VG-160 Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VG-160 has got outside measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung PL200 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Olympus VG-160 versus Samsung PL200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the VG-160 compared to the PL200.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VG-160 and PL200 is 96 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specs. The image below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-160 and PL200.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images but you will need to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern VG-160 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.