Nikon S3100 vs Olympus VG-145

Here is a thorough analysis of the Nikon S3100 and Olympus VG-145, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S3100 (14MP) and the VG-145 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S3100 was unveiled 5 months earlier than the VG-145 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the S3100 scores vs the VG-145 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3100 and Olympus VG-145. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S3100 Gallery and Olympus VG-145 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S3100 features outside dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 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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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the S3100 and the VG-145.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S3100 and VG-145 is 96 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The visual below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S3100 and VG-145.

Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs although you may want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.