Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung CL80

Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung CL80, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the CL80 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The VG-145 was revealed 19 months after the CL80 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the VG-145 matches up against the CL80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-145 & Samsung CL80. The full galleries are available at Olympus VG-145 Gallery & Samsung CL80 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VG-145 has got physical measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Samsung CL80 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung CL80 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the VG-145 versus the CL80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the VG-145 and CL80 is 96 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out technical specs. The image below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-145 and CL80.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you can expect comparable quality of images although you might want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent VG-145 should have an advantage in sensor tech.