Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic GM1
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Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic GM1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 120g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Announced July 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 204g - 99 x 55 x 30mm
- Announced December 2013
- Replacement is Panasonic GM5

Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic GM1 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Olympus VG-145 versus Panasonic GM1, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the GM1 (16MP) is fairly close but the VG-145 (1/2.3") and GM1 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor size.

The VG-145 was revealed 3 years earlier than the GM1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a brief overview of how the VG-145 grades versus the GM1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic GM1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VG-145 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The full galleries are available at Olympus VG-145 Gallery and Panasonic GM1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-145 over the Panasonic GM1
VG-145 | GM1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GM1 over the Olympus VG-145
GM1 | VG-145 | |||
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Announced | December 2013 | ![]() | July 2011 | Newer by 29 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display resolution | 1036k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+806k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus VG-145 and Panasonic GM1
VG-145 | GM1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic GM1 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VG-145 provides outside dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Panasonic GM1 has dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus VG-145 versus Panasonic GM1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the VG-145 versus the GM1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VG-145 and GM1 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic GM1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The pic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-145 and GM1.
To sum up, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The VG-145 with its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Panasonic GM1 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged VG-145 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic GM1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic GM1 Specifications
Olympus VG-145 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus VG-145 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
Type | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2011-07-27 | 2013-12-19 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4592 x 3448 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 1,036 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/500s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/50s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 24p), 1280 x 720p (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 120 gr (0.26 pounds) | 204 gr (0.45 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 99 x 55 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 660 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 160 images | 230 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-70B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $0 | $750 |