Olympus VG-145 vs Sony T99

Below is a in-depth assessment of the Olympus VG-145 and Sony T99, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the T99 (14MP) is pretty similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The VG-145 was introduced 13 months later than the T99 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the VG-145 scores against the T99 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-145 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-145 Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus VG-145 has got outer 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) while the Sony T99 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus VG-145 and Sony T99 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the VG-145 and the T99.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the VG-145 and T99 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by going over a spec sheet. The visual below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the VG-145 and T99.

Clearly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you need to take the release date of the products into consideration. The younger VG-145 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.