Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic G2

Below, we are evaluating the Olympus VG-145 versus Panasonic G2, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the G2 (12MP) is fairly close but the VG-145 (1/2.3") and G2 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor sizes.

Photography Glossary

The VG-145 was brought out 13 months later than the G2 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the VG-145 scores versus the G2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VG-145 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus VG-145 Gallery & Panasonic G2 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus VG-145 offers physical measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Panasonic G2 has measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

See the Olympus VG-145 versus Panasonic G2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the VG-145 vs the G2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VG-145 and G2 is 96 and 72 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The graphic here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-145 and G2.

To sum up, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The VG-145 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Olympus VG-145 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The newer VG-145 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.