Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus VG-145
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Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus VG-145 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-108mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 108g - 93 x 56 x 18mm
- Released January 2009
(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
- Launched July 2011

Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus VG-145 Overview
Here is a complete overview of the Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus VG-145, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both produced by Olympus. The image resolution of the FE-3010 (12MP) and the VG-145 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The FE-3010 was introduced 3 years earlier than the VG-145 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FE-3010 matches up against the VG-145 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus VG-145 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-3010 and Olympus VG-145. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery and Olympus VG-145 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-3010 over the Olympus VG-145
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Reasons to pick Olympus VG-145 over the Olympus FE-3010
VG-145 | FE-3010 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 31 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Olympus FE-3010 and Olympus VG-145
FE-3010 | VG-145 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus VG-145 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus FE-3010 comes with physical measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Olympus VG-145 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus VG-145 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the FE-3010 vs the VG-145.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-3010 and VG-145 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus VG-145 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The visual underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-3010 and VG-145.
As you have seen, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Olympus VG-145 to resolve greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older FE-3010 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus VG-145 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus VG-145 Specifications
Olympus FE-3010 | Olympus VG-145 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus FE-3010 | Olympus VG-145 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-01-07 | 2011-07-27 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 108 gr (0.24 pounds) | 120 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 160 shots |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $140 | $0 |