Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung TL100
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Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Announced January 2009
- Other Name is ST50

Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung TL100 Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Olympus VG-160 versus Samsung TL100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the VG-160 (14MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is very close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The VG-160 was released 3 years after the TL100 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the VG-160 matches up versus the TL100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung TL100 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-160 & Samsung TL100. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-160 Gallery & Samsung TL100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the Samsung TL100
VG-160 | TL100 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 37 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Olympus VG-160
TL100 | VG-160 |
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Common features in the Olympus VG-160 and Samsung TL100
VG-160 | TL100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus VG-160 features outside dimensions 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 TL100 has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Look at the Olympus VG-160 versus Samsung TL100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the VG-160 against the TL100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VG-160 and TL100 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by looking through specifications. The picture below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the VG-160 and TL100.
To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Olympus VG-160 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The newer VG-160 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications
Olympus VG-160 | Samsung TL100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus VG-160 | Samsung TL100 |
Also referred to as | - | ST50 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-01-10 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.80 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps) , 640 x 480 (30,15 fps) , 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125g (0.28 lbs) | 219g (0.48 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 165 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-70B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $90 | $22 |