Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic FP3
96 Imaging
37 Features
24 Overall
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95 Imaging
36 Features
25 Overall
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Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic FP3 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 155g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Released January 2010
Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic FP3 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Olympus VG-145 versus Panasonic FP3, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the FP3 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe VG-145 was unveiled 19 months after the FP3 making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the VG-145 scores vs the FP3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic FP3 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-145 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The full galleries are provided at Olympus VG-145 Gallery & Panasonic FP3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-145 over the Panasonic FP3
VG-145 | FP3 | |||
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Released | July 2011 | January 2010 | Newer by 19 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Olympus VG-145
FP3 | VG-145 | |||
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Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus VG-145 and Panasonic FP3
VG-145 | FP3 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic FP3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Olympus VG-145 enjoys exterior dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Panasonic FP3 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus VG-145 versus Panasonic FP3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the VG-145 versus the FP3.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VG-145 and FP3 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic FP3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The image here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the VG-145 and FP3.
Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photos although you should take the age of the products into consideration. The fresher VG-145 should have an edge in sensor tech.
Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic FP3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic FP3 Specifications
Olympus VG-145 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus VG-145 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-07-27 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 4.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 120g (0.26 lb) | 155g (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 160 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-70B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $0 | $182 |