Olympus E-PL1 vs Olympus VG-145
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Olympus E-PL1 vs Olympus VG-145 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 334g - 115 x 72 x 42mm
- Released May 2010
- New Model is Olympus E-PL1s
(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
- Launched July 2011
Olympus E-PL1 vs Olympus VG-145 Overview
The following is a complete analysis of the Olympus E-PL1 vs Olympus VG-145, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are manufactured by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the E-PL1 (12MP) and the VG-145 (14MP) is relatively close but the E-PL1 (Four Thirds) and VG-145 (1/2.3") posses different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-PL1 was revealed 14 months before the VG-145 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PL1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the E-PL1 grades versus the VG-145 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus E-PL1 vs Olympus VG-145 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL1 & Olympus VG-145. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL1 Gallery & Olympus VG-145 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL1 over the Olympus VG-145
E-PL1 | VG-145 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-145 over the Olympus E-PL1
VG-145 | E-PL1 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | May 2010 | Newer by 14 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Olympus E-PL1 and Olympus VG-145
E-PL1 | VG-145 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Olympus E-PL1 vs Olympus VG-145 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PL1 has external measurements of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Olympus VG-145 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus E-PL1 vs Olympus VG-145 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the E-PL1 versus the VG-145.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the E-PL1 and VG-145 is 86 and 96 respectively.
Olympus E-PL1 vs Olympus VG-145 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL1 and VG-145.
Clearly, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The E-PL1 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Olympus VG-145 will render extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged E-PL1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus E-PL1 vs Olympus VG-145 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL1 | Olympus VG-145 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus PEN E-PL1 | Olympus VG-145 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-05-17 | 2011-07-27 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Truepic V | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Amount of lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | HyperCrystal LCD AR (Anti-Reflective) coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/160 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 334g (0.74 pounds) | 120g (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 115 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 487 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 pictures | 160 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-1 | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $288 | $0 |