Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung WB800F

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Olympus VG-160 versus Samsung WB800F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the VG-160 (14MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The VG-160 was announced 12 months earlier than the WB800F which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the VG-160 scores against the WB800F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-160 & Samsung WB800F. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus VG-160 Gallery & Samsung WB800F Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account 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") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB800F has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the VG-160 and the WB800F.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the VG-160 and WB800F is 96 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The image below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-160 and WB800F.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Samsung WB800F to deliver more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged VG-160 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.