Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung ST30

Let's take a more detailed look at the Olympus VG-145 versus Samsung ST30, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the VG-145 (14MP) and ST30 (10MP) and the VG-145 (1/2.3") and ST30 (1/3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The VG-145 was brought out 7 months later than the ST30 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the VG-145 scores versus the ST30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-145 & Samsung ST30. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus VG-145 Gallery & Samsung ST30 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Olympus VG-145 comes with physical measurements 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 ST30 has specifications of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus VG-145 versus Samsung ST30 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the VG-145 compared to the ST30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VG-145 and ST30 is 96 and 98 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-145 and ST30.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The VG-145 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Olympus VG-145 will provide more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more modern VG-145 will have an edge in sensor technology.