Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic GF1

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus VG-145 versus Panasonic GF1, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the GF1 (12MP) is pretty similar but the VG-145 (1/2.3") and GF1 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor size.

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The VG-145 was brought out 22 months after the GF1 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the VG-145 grades vs the GF1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-145 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus VG-145 Gallery & Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus VG-145 provides outside dimensions 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 GF1 has measurements of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus VG-145 versus Panasonic GF1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the VG-145 against the GF1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the VG-145 and GF1 is 96 and 85 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading specs. The image below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-145 and GF1.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The VG-145 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Olympus VG-145 will offer extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent VG-145 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.