Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus VG-145
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Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus VG-145 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 997g - 144 x 147 x 75mm
- Introduced January 2019
- Replaced the Olympus E-M1 II
(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
- Revealed July 2011

Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus VG-145 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Olympus E-M1X and Olympus VG-145, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact and they are both built by Olympus. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and VG-145 (14MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and VG-145 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

The E-M1X was revealed 7 years after the VG-145 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the E-M1X matches up vs the VG-145 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus VG-145 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1X & Olympus VG-145. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-M1X Gallery & Olympus VG-145 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Olympus VG-145
E-M1X | VG-145 | |||
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Revealed | January 2019 | ![]() | July 2011 | Newer by 92 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+807k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-145 over the Olympus E-M1X
VG-145 | E-M1X |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1X and Olympus VG-145
E-M1X | VG-145 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display sizing |
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus VG-145 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M1X offers physical measurements of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") having a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) while 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).
Check the Olympus E-M1X and Olympus VG-145 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the E-M1X against the VG-145.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1X and VG-145 is 54 and 96 respectively.

Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus VG-145 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at technical specs. The image here may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M1X and VG-145.
As you have seen, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The E-M1X using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Olympus E-M1X will give extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer E-M1X provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus VG-145 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus VG-145 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Olympus VG-145 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Olympus VG-145 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2019-01-24 | 2011-07-27 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Dual TruePic VIII | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.4 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 226.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Min boosted ISO | 64 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 121 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Number of lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,037 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 60.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain), manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (USB-PD allows charging by laptop or external power bank) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 997 grams (2.20 pounds) | 120 grams (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 870 shots | 160 shots |
Battery format | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | 2 | One |
Retail cost | $2,999 | $0 |