Olympus VG-160 vs Sony TX9

Here is a extensive review of the Olympus VG-160 and Sony TX9, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the VG-160 (14MP) and the TX9 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The VG-160 was introduced 19 months later than the TX9 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VG-160 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the VG-160 grades against the TX9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-160 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus VG-160 Gallery and Sony TX9 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-160 has external 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) and the Sony TX9 has proportions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus VG-160 and Sony TX9 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the VG-160 and the TX9.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VG-160 and TX9 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-160 and TX9.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus VG-160 to offer greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher VG-160 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.