Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung ST65
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Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung ST65 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 120g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Announced July 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Released January 2011
Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung ST65 Overview
Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus VG-145 versus Samsung ST65, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is fairly similar and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe VG-145 was announced 7 months later than the ST65 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the VG-145 matches up against the ST65 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung ST65 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VG-145 and Samsung ST65. The whole galleries are available at Olympus VG-145 Gallery and Samsung ST65 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-145 over the Samsung ST65
VG-145 | ST65 | |||
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Released | July 2011 | January 2011 | Fresher by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST65 over the Olympus VG-145
ST65 | VG-145 | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus VG-145 and Samsung ST65
VG-145 | ST65 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung ST65 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-145 comes with 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) and the Samsung ST65 has proportions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check out the Olympus VG-145 versus Samsung ST65 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the VG-145 vs the ST65.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the VG-145 and ST65 is 96 and 99 respectively.
Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung ST65 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The photograph below might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-145 and ST65.
All in all, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of pictures but you should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The younger VG-145 provides an edge in sensor tech.
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Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung ST65 Specifications
Olympus VG-145 | Samsung ST65 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus VG-145 | Samsung ST65 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-07-27 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 120 grams (0.26 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-70B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $0 | $130 |