Olympus Stylus VG-180 Digital Camera
The Olympus VG-180 is a 16MP 1/2.3 inch compact camera — with 720p video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Olympus VG-180
Key Features — Olympus VG-180
16MP 1/2.3-Inch Sensor: Captures images at up to 4608x3456 pixels, providing sufficient detail for standard prints and everyday sharing.
2.7-Inch TFT LCD: 230,000-dot rear display serves as the sole framing and image review tool, as no viewfinder is fitted.
Face Detection & Subject Tracking AF: Contrast-detection autofocus with face detection and subject tracking helps keep people and moving subjects sharp.
Magic Filters Color Profiles: In-camera color options including Standard, Vivid, and Magic Filters allow creative looks without post-processing.
Digital Image Stabilization: Electronic IS helps reduce the appearance of camera shake during handheld shooting.
Built-In Flash: Covers an effective range up to 4.9 m at wide angle (ISO 800) with Auto, Red-eye reduction, Fill-in, and Off modes.
Camera Specifications — Olympus VG-180
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/2.3 inch |
| Resolution | 16MP |
| ISO Range | 100 – 1600 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection, Face Detection AF, AI-Based Subject Tracking |
| AF Points | 1 point |
| Max Photo Resolution | 4608x3456 |
| Max Video Resolution | 720p |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps |
| Bit Depth | 8-bit |
| Video Color Profiles | Standard |
Description — Olympus VG-180
The Olympus Stylus VG-180 is a 16MP point-and-shoot compact built on a 1/2.3-inch sensor, designed for straightforward everyday photography. Its plastic body measures just 95.4 x 58.2 x 21 mm and tips the scales at 122g, so it slips easily into a jacket pocket or small bag. The 2.7-inch TFT LCD with 230,000-dot resolution handles all framing and playback duties.
Contrast detection AF with face detection and subject tracking helps keep subjects sharp, all managed through a single focus point. The ISO range spans 100 to 1600, and color output can be tuned via Standard, Vivid, or Magic Filters profiles. Digital/Electronic IS helps reduce blur from camera shake. Video records at up to 720p/30fps in 8-bit depth.
The built-in flash reaches up to 4.9 m at wide angle (ISO 800) and supports Auto, Red-eye reduction, Fill-in, and Off modes. Storage is covered by SD, SDHC, and SDXC cards, and the camera connects via USB. The LI-42B battery is rated for approximately 300 shots per charge.
Pros — Olympus VG-180
- ✓Compact and lightweight at 122g with dimensions of 95.4 x 58.2 x 21 mm, making it genuinely pocketable
- ✓16MP resolution on a 1/2.3-inch sensor delivers a maximum capture resolution of 4608x3456 pixels
- ✓Subject tracking autofocus alongside face detection AF aids in keeping moving subjects in focus
Cons — Olympus VG-180
- ✗No optical or electronic viewfinder; framing relies entirely on the 230,000-dot LCD
- ✗Video is limited to 720p at 30fps with no higher resolution option listed in specs
- ✗Digital/Electronic image stabilization only — no optical or in-body IS is present
Videos — Olympus VG-180
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