Olympus VG-160 vs Sony H55

Here, we are reviewing the Olympus VG-160 and Sony H55, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the VG-160 (14MP) and the H55 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The VG-160 was brought out 20 months later than the H55 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the VG-160 matches up against the H55 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VG-160 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-160 Gallery & Sony H55 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus VG-160 has got exterior measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony H55 has measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus VG-160 and Sony H55 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the VG-160 compared to the H55.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VG-160 and H55 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The visual below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-160 and H55.

Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of files however you need to take the age of the products into consideration. The younger VG-160 will have a benefit in sensor technology.