Olympus VG-160 vs Sony W710
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Olympus VG-160 vs Sony W710 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 Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 114g - 97 x 55 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2013
Olympus VG-160 vs Sony W710 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Olympus VG-160 vs Sony W710, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the VG-160 (14MP) and the W710 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe VG-160 was released 12 months prior to the W710 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the VG-160 grades against the W710 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus VG-160 vs Sony W710 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-160 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The complete galleries are available at Olympus VG-160 Gallery & Sony W710 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the Sony W710
VG-160 | W710 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony W710 over the Olympus VG-160
W710 | VG-160 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | January 2012 | More recent by 12 months | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus VG-160 and Sony W710
VG-160 | W710 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Olympus VG-160 vs Sony W710 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus VG-160 has got external dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony W710 has sizing of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Check out the Olympus VG-160 vs Sony W710 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the VG-160 compared to the W710.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VG-160 and W710 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Olympus VG-160 vs Sony W710 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading specifications. The graphic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-160 and W710.
To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony W710 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older VG-160 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
Olympus VG-160 vs Sony W710 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus VG-160 vs Sony W710 Specifications
Olympus VG-160 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus VG-160 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-01-10 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
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 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.80 m | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 grams (0.28 lb) | 114 grams (0.25 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 97 x 55 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 shots | 240 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-70B | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $90 | $90 |