Olympus VG-145 vs Sony HX7V
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Olympus VG-145 vs Sony HX7V 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
- Introduced July 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 208g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Introduced July 2011
Olympus VG-145 vs Sony HX7V Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Olympus VG-145 and Sony HX7V, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe VG-145 was brought out about the same time to the HX7V which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX7V being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the VG-145 matches up against the HX7V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus VG-145 vs Sony HX7V Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VG-145 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus VG-145 Gallery and Sony HX7V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-145 over the Sony HX7V
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Reasons to pick Sony HX7V over the Olympus VG-145
HX7V | VG-145 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus VG-145 and Sony HX7V
VG-145 | HX7V | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | July 2011 | Similar generation | |
Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Olympus VG-145 vs Sony HX7V Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus VG-145 enjoys 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 Sony HX7V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus VG-145 and Sony HX7V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the VG-145 and the HX7V.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VG-145 and HX7V is 96 and 92 respectively.
Olympus VG-145 vs Sony HX7V Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The image underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-145 and HX7V.
All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX7V to resolve greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively.
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Olympus VG-145 vs Sony HX7V Specifications
Olympus VG-145 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus VG-145 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-07-27 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | XtraFine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 4.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 120g (0.26 lbs) | 208g (0.46 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 160 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-70B | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $0 | $499 |