Olympus VG-145 vs Pentax P80

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Olympus VG-145 vs Pentax P80, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the P80 (12MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VG-145 was launched 2 years after the P80 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax P80 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the VG-145 grades vs the P80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-145 and Pentax Optio P80. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus VG-145 Gallery and Pentax P80 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-145 has got outer 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) whilst the Pentax P80 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus VG-145 vs Pentax P80 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the VG-145 compared to the P80.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the VG-145 and P80 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-145 and P80.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Olympus VG-145 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher VG-145 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.