Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung WB350F

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung WB350F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the VG-160 (14MP) and the WB350F (16MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The VG-160 was introduced 24 months prior to the WB350F which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summation of how the VG-160 scores against the WB350F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-160 and Samsung WB350F. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus VG-160 Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-160 comes with physical measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung WB350F has proportions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the VG-160 compared to the WB350F.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the VG-160 and WB350F is 96 and 90 respectively.

Often, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading specs. The graphic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-160 and WB350F.

All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Samsung WB350F to deliver more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older VG-160 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.