Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic TS30
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Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic TS30 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
- Launched July 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Released January 2015
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT30

Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic TS30 Overview
Here is a detailed comparison of the Olympus VG-145 versus Panasonic TS30, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The VG-145 was announced 4 years before the TS30 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera.
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the VG-145 scores vs the TS30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic TS30 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-145 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus VG-145 Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-145 over the Panasonic TS30
VG-145 | TS30 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Olympus VG-145
TS30 | VG-145 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | ![]() | July 2011 | Fresher by 41 months |
Common features in the Olympus VG-145 and Panasonic TS30
VG-145 | TS30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic TS30 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-145 provides physical dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS30 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Compare the Olympus VG-145 versus Panasonic TS30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the VG-145 and the TS30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VG-145 and TS30 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic TS30 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-145 and TS30.
As you can tell, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic TS30 to provide you with greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The older VG-145 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic TS30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic TS30 Specifications
Olympus VG-145 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus VG-145 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT30 |
Type | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-07-27 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.3 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 120 gr (0.26 pounds) | 142 gr (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 160 shots | 250 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-70B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $0 | $180 |