Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic FH2

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic FH2, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The VG-145 was revealed 7 months after the FH2 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FH2 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the VG-145 matches up versus the FH2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-145 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-145 Gallery & Panasonic FH2 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus VG-145 has got physical dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH2 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the VG-145 and the FH2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the VG-145 and FH2 is 96 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by going over specifications. The image below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-145 and FH2.

To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of files although you should always factor the age of the products into consideration. The fresher VG-145 will have a benefit in sensor technology.