Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung ST95
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Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung ST95 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
- Released July 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Announced January 2011
Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung ST95 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Olympus VG-145 versus Samsung ST95, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the ST95 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe VG-145 was manufactured 7 months after the ST95 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the VG-145 grades against the ST95 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung ST95 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-145 and Samsung ST95. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus VG-145 Gallery and Samsung ST95 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-145 over the Samsung ST95
VG-145 | ST95 | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | January 2011 | Newer by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST95 over the Olympus VG-145
ST95 | VG-145 | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus VG-145 and Samsung ST95
VG-145 | ST95 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung ST95 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus VG-145 offers outside dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST95 has sizing 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).
Look at the Olympus VG-145 versus Samsung ST95 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the VG-145 versus the ST95.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VG-145 and ST95 is 96 and 99 respectively.
Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung ST95 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the VG-145 and ST95.
Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung ST95 to render extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent VG-145 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung ST95 Specifications
Olympus VG-145 | Samsung ST95 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus VG-145 | Samsung ST95 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-07-27 | 2011-01-19 |
Body design | 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 | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
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 distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 120 gr (0.26 lbs) | - |
Physical 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 photos | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-70B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $0 | $145 |