Olympus VH-410 vs Panasonic FX78

In this article, we will be contrasting the Olympus VH-410 versus Panasonic FX78, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the VH-410 (16MP) and FX78 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The VH-410 was announced 20 months later than the FX78 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the VH-410 grades versus the FX78 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VH-410 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The whole galleries are available at Olympus VH-410 Gallery & Panasonic FX78 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus VH-410 enjoys exterior dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX78 has specifications of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the VH-410 versus the FX78.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VH-410 and FX78 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching specifications. The photograph below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the VH-410 and FX78.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Olympus VH-410 to result in extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer VH-410 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.