Kodak M341 vs Olympus VG-145
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Kodak M341 vs Olympus VG-145 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-175mm (F3.0-4.8) lens
- 135g - 96 x 59 x 19mm
- Launched July 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 120g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Revealed July 2011
Kodak M341 vs Olympus VG-145 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Kodak M341 and Olympus VG-145, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Kodak and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the M341 (12MP) and the VG-145 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe M341 was unveiled 24 months prior to the VG-145 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the M341 scores versus the VG-145 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Kodak M341 vs Olympus VG-145 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M341 & Olympus VG-145. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak M341 Gallery & Olympus VG-145 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M341 over the Olympus VG-145
M341 | VG-145 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus VG-145 over the Kodak M341
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Revealed | July 2011 | July 2009 | More modern by 24 months |
Common features in the Kodak M341 and Olympus VG-145
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Kodak M341 vs Olympus VG-145 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Kodak M341 enjoys exterior measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-145 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak M341 and Olympus VG-145 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the M341 vs the VG-145.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the M341 and VG-145 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Kodak M341 vs Olympus VG-145 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M341 and VG-145.
As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Olympus VG-145 to resolve more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged M341 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
Kodak M341 vs Olympus VG-145 Screen and ViewFinder
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Kodak M341 vs Olympus VG-145 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M341 | Olympus VG-145 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Olympus |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M341 | Olympus VG-145 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-07-29 | 2011-07-27 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-4.8 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135g (0.30 lb) | 120g (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 96 x 59 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | KLIC-7003 | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $130 | $0 |