Nikon S4000 vs Olympus VG-145
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Nikon S4000 vs Olympus VG-145 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 131g - 95 x 57 x 20mm
- Released February 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
- Released July 2011
Nikon S4000 vs Olympus VG-145 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Nikon S4000 and Olympus VG-145, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S4000 (12MP) and the VG-145 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe S4000 was released 17 months prior to the VG-145 making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S4000 scores vs the VG-145 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S4000 vs Olympus VG-145 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S4000 & Olympus VG-145. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S4000 Gallery & Olympus VG-145 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4000 over the Olympus VG-145
S4000 | VG-145 | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-145 over the Nikon S4000
VG-145 | S4000 | |||
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Released | July 2011 | February 2010 | Newer by 17 months |
Common features in the Nikon S4000 and Olympus VG-145
S4000 | VG-145 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Nikon S4000 vs Olympus VG-145 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S4000 features exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-145 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S4000 and Olympus VG-145 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the S4000 against the VG-145.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S4000 and VG-145 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S4000 vs Olympus VG-145 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specifications. The pic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S4000 and VG-145.
To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Olympus VG-145 to show greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged S4000 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
Nikon S4000 vs Olympus VG-145 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S4000 vs Olympus VG-145 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4000 | Olympus VG-145 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S4000 | Olympus VG-145 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-02-03 | 2011-07-27 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 8cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 131 grams (0.29 lb) | 120 grams (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 160 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL10 | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $200 | $0 |