Casio EX-Z800 vs Olympus VG-145
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Casio EX-Z800 vs Olympus VG-145 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 124g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Released August 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 120g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Introduced July 2011

Casio EX-Z800 vs Olympus VG-145 Overview
Lets look closer at the Casio EX-Z800 versus Olympus VG-145, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z800 (14MP) and the VG-145 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-Z800 was introduced 11 months prior to the VG-145 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the EX-Z800 grades against the VG-145 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Olympus VG-145 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z800 and Olympus VG-145. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z800 Gallery and Olympus VG-145 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z800 over the Olympus VG-145
EX-Z800 | VG-145 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-145 over the Casio EX-Z800
VG-145 | EX-Z800 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | August 2010 | Newer by 11 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z800 and Olympus VG-145
EX-Z800 | VG-145 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Casio EX-Z800 vs Olympus VG-145 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z800 features exterior measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-145 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-Z800 versus Olympus VG-145 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z800 compared to the VG-145.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z800 and VG-145 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Olympus VG-145 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The image here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z800 and VG-145.
As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images but you may want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-Z800 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Olympus VG-145 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z800 vs Olympus VG-145 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z800 | Olympus VG-145 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Olympus |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z800 | Olympus VG-145 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-08-03 | 2011-07-27 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 50 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30 f ps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 124 gr (0.27 lbs) | 120 gr (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 160 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-120 | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $150 | $0 |