Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic FP5
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Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic FP5 Key Specs
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- 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
- Introduced July 2011
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 141g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2011
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Following is a in-depth comparison of the Olympus VG-145 and Panasonic FP5, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the FP5 (14MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe VG-145 was introduced 7 months after the FP5 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the VG-145 matches up vs the FP5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-145 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5. The whole galleries are available at Olympus VG-145 Gallery and Panasonic FP5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-145 over the Panasonic FP5
| VG-145 | FP5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | July 2011 |  | January 2011 | More modern by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP5 over the Olympus VG-145
| FP5 | VG-145 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus VG-145 and Panasonic FP5
| VG-145 | FP5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen size |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen |
Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic FP5 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus VG-145 features exterior measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP5 has measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus VG-145 and Panasonic FP5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the VG-145 and the FP5.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VG-145 and FP5 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic FP5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The pic below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-145 and FP5.
Plainly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of photos but you should really consider the release date of the products into consideration. The newer VG-145 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic FP5 Specifications
| Olympus VG-145 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
| Model type | Olympus VG-145 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2011-07-27 | 2011-01-05 |
| 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 measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 11 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.5-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 6.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.40 m | 4.90 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| 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), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone 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 proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 120g (0.26 lbs) | 141g (0.31 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" 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 | 160 images | 260 images |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | 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 | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $0 | $199 |