Casio EX-Z29 vs Olympus VG-145

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-Z29 vs Olympus VG-145, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Olympus. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the EX-Z29 (10MP) and VG-145 (14MP) and the EX-Z29 (1/2.5") and VG-145 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-Z29 was brought out 3 years prior to the VG-145 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the EX-Z29 scores vs the VG-145 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z29 and Olympus VG-145. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z29 Gallery and Olympus VG-145 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z29 features outside measurements of 101mm x 57mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Olympus VG-145 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-Z29 vs Olympus VG-145 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z29 against the VG-145.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z29 and VG-145 is 95 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z29 and VG-145.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The EX-Z29 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Olympus VG-145 will deliver greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older EX-Z29 is going to be behind in sensor tech.