Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung NX100

Here is a in-depth overview of the Olympus VG-145 versus Samsung NX100, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is fairly close but the VG-145 (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) use totally different sensor size.

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The VG-145 was introduced 11 months later than the NX100 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the VG-145 matches up against the NX100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VG-145 and Samsung NX100. The whole galleries are available at Olympus VG-145 Gallery and Samsung NX100 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus VG-145 has outer 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) and the Samsung NX100 has measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Check the Olympus VG-145 versus Samsung NX100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the VG-145 and the NX100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VG-145 and NX100 is 96 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The visual below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-145 and NX100.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The VG-145 with its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Samsung NX100 will provide you with extra detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The newer VG-145 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.