Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic GF3

On this page, we will be looking at the Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic GF3, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the GF3 (12MP) is pretty similar but the VG-145 (1/2.3") and GF3 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The VG-145 was launched about the same time to the GF3 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the VG-145 matches up vs the GF3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-145 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The complete galleries are available at Olympus VG-145 Gallery and Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus VG-145 has outer 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 GF3 has specifications of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

Examine the Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic GF3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the VG-145 against the GF3.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the VG-145 and GF3 is 96 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-145 and GF3.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The VG-145 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Olympus VG-145 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively.