Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung PL210
96 Imaging
37 Features
24 Overall
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99 Imaging
36 Features
19 Overall
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Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung PL210 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
- Introduced July 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 100 x 59 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2011
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Here, we will be comparing the Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung PL210, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe VG-145 was brought out 7 months later than the PL210 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the VG-145 scores against the PL210 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-145 & Samsung PL210. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-145 Gallery & Samsung PL210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-145 over the Samsung PL210
| VG-145 | PL210 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | July 2011 |  | January 2011 | More recent by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Olympus VG-145
| PL210 | VG-145 |
|---|
Common features in the Olympus VG-145 and Samsung PL210
| VG-145 | PL210 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen size |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung PL210 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus VG-145 enjoys outer dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Samsung PL210 has measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the VG-145 versus the PL210.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the VG-145 and PL210 is 96 and 99 respectively.
Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung PL210 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through specs. The graphic underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-145 and PL210.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP and you can expect comparable quality of images however you might want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern VG-145 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung PL210 Specifications
| Olympus VG-145 | Samsung PL210 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Olympus | Samsung |
| Model | Olympus VG-145 | Samsung PL210 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2011-07-27 | 2011-01-05 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | TruePic III | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | - |
| Min native ISO | 80 | - |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | () |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | - |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.40 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 120g (0.26 pounds) | - |
| Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 160 photographs | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | LI-70B | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC | - |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $0 | $200 |