Olympus VH-515 vs Samsung PL120

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Olympus VH-515 vs Samsung PL120, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the VH-515 (12MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The VH-515 was introduced 20 months later than the PL120 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VH-515 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the VH-515 grades against the PL120 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VH-515 and Samsung PL120. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus VH-515 Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus VH-515 comes with outer measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung PL120 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Compare the Olympus VH-515 vs Samsung PL120 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the VH-515 versus the PL120.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VH-515 and PL120 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The visual here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the VH-515 and PL120.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Samsung PL120 to provide greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger VH-515 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.