Olympus VG-145 vs Pentax Q

Following is a thorough comparison of the Olympus VG-145 and Pentax Q, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the Q (12MP) is very similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The VG-145 was launched 2 months after the Q which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the VG-145 grades vs the Q in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-145 and Pentax Q. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus VG-145 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus VG-145 has got outside measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus VG-145 and Pentax Q in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the VG-145 compared to the Q.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the VG-145 and Q is 96 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading a spec sheet. The picture below will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-145 and Q.

Clearly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus VG-145 to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively.