Olympus VG-145 vs Sony A560

Let's look a bit more closely at the Olympus VG-145 versus Sony A560, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the A560 (14MP) is relatively similar but the VG-145 (1/2.3") and A560 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The VG-145 was revealed 12 months after the A560 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A560 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the VG-145 grades versus the A560 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-145 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A560. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-145 Gallery and Sony A560 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-145 comes with exterior 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) whilst the Sony A560 has proportions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus VG-145 versus Sony A560 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the VG-145 compared to the A560.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VG-145 and A560 is 96 and 64 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing technical specs. The picture here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-145 and A560.

As you can tell, both the cameras feature the identical megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The VG-145 has got the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow DOF harder. The newer VG-145 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.