Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Olympus VG-145

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Olympus VG-145, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and the VG-145 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 100 HS was brought out 5 months earlier than the VG-145 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the ELPH 100 HS grades against the VG-145 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 100 HS & Olympus VG-145. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 100 HS Gallery & Olympus VG-145 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 100 HS has outer measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Olympus VG-145 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Olympus VG-145 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 100 HS versus the VG-145.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 100 HS and VG-145 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 100 HS and VG-145.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Olympus VG-145 to deliver greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs more aggressively.