Olympus VH-515 vs Samsung ST90

In this write-up, we are matching up the Olympus VH-515 versus Samsung ST90, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the VH-515 (12MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VH-515 was announced 20 months after the ST90 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VH-515 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the VH-515 scores against the ST90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VH-515 & Samsung ST90. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus VH-515 Gallery & Samsung ST90 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus VH-515 offers exterior dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung ST90 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Olympus VH-515 versus Samsung ST90 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the VH-515 and the ST90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the VH-515 and ST90 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading specs. The image underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the VH-515 and ST90.

All in all, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Samsung ST90 to deliver more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger VH-515 will have a benefit in sensor technology.