Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Olympus SZ-11 and Olympus VG-120 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus SZ-11 has external dimensions of 106 x 69 x 40 mm (4.17 x 2.72 x 1.57″) and weighs 226 g (0.50 lb / 7.97 oz) (including batteries). Olympus VG-120 has external dimensions of 96 x 57 x 19 mm (3.78 x 2.24 x 0.75″) and weighs 120 g (0.26 lb / 4.23 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus SZ-11 and the Olympus VG-120. Olympus VG-120 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 10mm narrower, 12mm shorter and 21mm thinner than Olympus SZ-11.
Comparison image of the Olympus SZ-11 and the Olympus VG-120 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus SZ-11 and Olympus VG-120.
Top View Comparison image of the Olympus SZ-11 and the Olympus VG-120 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus VG-120 is significantly lighter (106g ) than the Olympus SZ-11 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus SZ-11 nor Olympus VG-120 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus SZ-11 and Olympus VG-120's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.