Nikon S70 vs Olympus VG-145
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26 Overall
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96 Imaging
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Nikon S70 vs Olympus VG-145 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 160g - 97 x 61 x 20mm
- Launched August 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
- Announced July 2011

Nikon S70 vs Olympus VG-145 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Nikon S70 and Olympus VG-145, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S70 (12MP) and the VG-145 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S70 was revealed 24 months earlier than the VG-145 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the S70 grades against the VG-145 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S70 vs Olympus VG-145 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S70 & Olympus VG-145. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S70 Gallery & Olympus VG-145 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S70 over the Olympus VG-145
S70 | VG-145 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 288k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+58k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-145 over the Nikon S70
VG-145 | S70 | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 24 months |
Common features in the Nikon S70 and Olympus VG-145
S70 | VG-145 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon S70 vs Olympus VG-145 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S70 has exterior measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Olympus VG-145 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S70 and Olympus VG-145 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the S70 and the VG-145.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S70 and VG-145 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S70 vs Olympus VG-145 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S70 and VG-145.
As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Olympus VG-145 to result in more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged S70 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon S70 vs Olympus VG-145 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S70 vs Olympus VG-145 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S70 | Olympus VG-145 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S70 | Olympus VG-145 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-08-04 | 2011-07-27 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 288k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 pounds) | 120g (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" 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 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $290 | $0 |