Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic LZ20

Following is a complete overview of the Olympus VG-145 and Panasonic LZ20, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the LZ20 (16MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VG-145 was unveiled 11 months before the LZ20 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the VG-145 grades vs the LZ20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-145 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-145 Gallery & Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus VG-145 features external measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ20 has sizing of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus VG-145 and Panasonic LZ20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the VG-145 vs the LZ20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the VG-145 and LZ20 is 96 and 71 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-145 and LZ20.

As you can see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic LZ20 to provide you with more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged VG-145 will be behind in sensor technology.