Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic FZ300

The following is a detailed review of the Olympus VG-145 versus Panasonic FZ300, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the FZ300 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VG-145 was manufactured 5 years prior to the FZ300 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the VG-145 scores against the FZ300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VG-145 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus VG-145 Gallery and Panasonic FZ300 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus VG-145 offers external measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ300 has measurements of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") having a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).

Compare the Olympus VG-145 versus Panasonic FZ300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the VG-145 compared to the FZ300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the VG-145 and FZ300 is 96 and 59 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The pic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-145 and FZ300.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus VG-145 to render greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged VG-145 will be behind in sensor innovation.