Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung WB35F
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Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung WB35F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2014

Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung WB35F Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Olympus VG-160 versus Samsung WB35F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the VG-160 (14MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The VG-160 was introduced 24 months earlier than the WB35F making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the VG-160 scores versus the WB35F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung WB35F Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-160 & Samsung WB35F. The whole galleries are available at Olympus VG-160 Gallery & Samsung WB35F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the Samsung WB35F
VG-160 | WB35F | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Olympus VG-160
WB35F | VG-160 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 24 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Olympus VG-160 and Samsung WB35F
VG-160 | WB35F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung WB35F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus VG-160 provides exterior 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 WB35F has sizing of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus VG-160 versus Samsung WB35F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the VG-160 compared to the WB35F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VG-160 and WB35F is 96 and 93 respectively.

Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung WB35F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The picture underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-160 and WB35F.
Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung WB35F to provide greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged VG-160 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung WB35F Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

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Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung WB35F Specifications
Olympus VG-160 | Samsung WB35F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus VG-160 | Samsung WB35F |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-01-10 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.80 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) | 194 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-70B | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $90 | $130 |