Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung WB150F

Below is a detailed review of the Olympus VG-160 and Samsung WB150F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the VG-160 (14MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is very well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The VG-160 was announced within a month of the WB150F which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the VG-160 scores versus the WB150F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-160 and Samsung WB150F. The whole galleries are available at Olympus VG-160 Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-160 has exterior 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 WB150F has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Compare the Olympus VG-160 and Samsung WB150F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the VG-160 and the WB150F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VG-160 and WB150F is 96 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through technical specs. The photograph below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-160 and WB150F.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files but you may want to take the release date of the products into consideration.