Olympus VG-145 vs Pentax RZ10
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Olympus VG-145 vs Pentax RZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
- Revealed July 2011
Olympus VG-145 vs Pentax RZ10 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Olympus VG-145 versus Pentax RZ10, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe VG-145 was unveiled at a similar time to the RZ10 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax RZ10 being a Compact camera.
Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the VG-145 grades against the RZ10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus VG-145 vs Pentax RZ10 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-145 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The full galleries are provided at Olympus VG-145 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-145 over the Pentax RZ10
VG-145 | RZ10 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Olympus VG-145
RZ10 | VG-145 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Olympus VG-145 and Pentax RZ10
VG-145 | RZ10 | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | July 2011 | Same generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Olympus VG-145 vs Pentax RZ10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-145 features 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) while the Pentax RZ10 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus VG-145 versus Pentax RZ10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the VG-145 versus the RZ10.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the VG-145 and RZ10 is 96 and 92 respectively.
Olympus VG-145 vs Pentax RZ10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to see the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the VG-145 and RZ10.
All in all, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you will want to factor the release date of the cameras into account.
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Olympus VG-145 vs Pentax RZ10 Specifications
Olympus VG-145 | Pentax Optio RZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus VG-145 | Pentax Optio RZ10 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-07-27 | 2011-07-19 |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 2.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 120g (0.26 pounds) | 178g (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 160 pictures | 178 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-70B | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $0 | $200 |