Nikon L31 vs Olympus VG-145

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon L31 versus Olympus VG-145, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the L31 (16MP) and the VG-145 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L31 was revealed 3 years later than the VG-145 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the L31 matches up versus the VG-145 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L31 and Olympus VG-145. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L31 Gallery and Olympus VG-145 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon L31 provides outside dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Olympus VG-145 has specifications 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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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the L31 and the VG-145.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L31 and VG-145 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the L31 and VG-145.

As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon L31 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher L31 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.