Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Olympus VG-145

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Olympus VG-145, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 350 HS (20MP) and VG-145 (14MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 350 HS was brought out 3 years later than the VG-145 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the ELPH 350 HS scores against the VG-145 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 350 HS & Olympus VG-145. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 350 HS Gallery & Olympus VG-145 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 350 HS comes with outside dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Olympus VG-145 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 350 HS versus the VG-145.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 350 HS and VG-145 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking technical specs. The photograph here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 350 HS and VG-145.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Canon ELPH 350 HS to give more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer ELPH 350 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.