Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung TL240

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Olympus VG-145 vs Samsung TL240, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VG-145 was launched 19 months after the TL240 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the VG-145 scores versus the TL240 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-145 & Samsung TL240. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus VG-145 Gallery & Samsung TL240 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus VG-145 offers outer measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Samsung TL240 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the VG-145 and the TL240.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VG-145 and TL240 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes just by going over technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-145 and TL240.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of files though you will need to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent VG-145 will have an advantage in sensor tech.