Olympus E-P2 vs Olympus VG-145

Here is a detailed analysis of the Olympus E-P2 versus Olympus VG-145, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact and they are both sold by Olympus. The resolution of the E-P2 (12MP) and the VG-145 (14MP) is fairly well matched but the E-P2 (Four Thirds) and VG-145 (1/2.3") have different sensor dimensions.

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The E-P2 was introduced 15 months prior to the VG-145 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-P2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the E-P2 grades versus the VG-145 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-P2 & Olympus VG-145. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-P2 Gallery & Olympus VG-145 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-P2 enjoys external dimensions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-145 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-P2 versus Olympus VG-145 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the E-P2 against the VG-145.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-P2 and VG-145 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The visual underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-P2 and VG-145.

As you can tell, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-P2 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Olympus VG-145 will give extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older E-P2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.