Olympus VG-160 vs Sony RX100 VI
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Olympus VG-160 vs Sony RX100 VI Key Specs
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- 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
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-200mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 301g - 102 x 58 x 43mm
- Announced June 2018
- Succeeded the Sony RX100 V
- Updated by Sony RX100 VII
Olympus VG-160 vs Sony RX100 VI Overview
Here is a extended comparison of the Olympus VG-160 versus Sony RX100 VI, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the VG-160 (14MP) and RX100 VI (20MP) and the VG-160 (1/2.3") and RX100 VI (1") use totally different sensor size.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe VG-160 was announced 7 years prior to the RX100 VI and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VG-160 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the VG-160 scores against the RX100 VI with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus VG-160 vs Sony RX100 VI Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-160 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The whole galleries are available at Olympus VG-160 Gallery and Sony RX100 VI Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the Sony RX100 VI
VG-160 | RX100 VI |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VI over the Olympus VG-160
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Announced | June 2018 | January 2012 | Fresher by 77 months | |
Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 230k | Sharper screen (+999k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus VG-160 and Sony RX100 VI
VG-160 | RX100 VI | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Olympus VG-160 vs Sony RX100 VI Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Olympus VG-160 has external dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony RX100 VI has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus VG-160 versus Sony RX100 VI in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the VG-160 versus the RX100 VI.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VG-160 and RX100 VI is 96 and 88 respectively.
Olympus VG-160 vs Sony RX100 VI Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The photograph here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-160 and RX100 VI.
To sum up, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The VG-160 having a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Sony RX100 VI will give you more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older VG-160 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus VG-160 vs Sony RX100 VI Specifications
Olympus VG-160 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus VG-160 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-01-10 | 2018-06-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 315 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-200mm (8.3x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | 8cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 24.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.80 m | 5.90 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 seconds |
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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | NP-BX1 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125g (0.28 lbs) | 301g (0.66 lbs) |
Dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 102 x 58 x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 165 pictures | 240 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-70B | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $90 | $1,198 |