Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung ST6500

Following is a thorough analysis of the Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung ST6500, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The VG-145 was launched 7 months after the ST6500 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the VG-145 matches up against the ST6500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-145 & Samsung ST6500. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus VG-145 Gallery & Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VG-145 has got external measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Samsung ST6500 has dimensions of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the VG-145 versus the ST6500.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the VG-145 and ST6500 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-145 and ST6500.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Samsung ST6500 to give more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger VG-145 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.