Nikon S02 vs Olympus VG-145

Below, we will be analyzing the Nikon S02 and Olympus VG-145, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S02 (13MP) and the VG-145 (14MP) is relatively similar but the S02 (1/3") and VG-145 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The S02 was introduced 2 years after the VG-145 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the S02 grades versus the VG-145 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S02 & Olympus VG-145. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S02 Gallery & Olympus VG-145 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S02 enjoys outer measurements of 77mm x 51mm x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) and 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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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the S02 versus the VG-145.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S02 and VG-145 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading a spec sheet. The pic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S02 and VG-145.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S02 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Olympus VG-145 will offer greater detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more recent S02 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.