Olympus VG-145 vs Sony TX20
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Olympus VG-145 vs Sony TX20 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
- Launched July 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 133g - 96 x 56 x 18mm
- Released February 2012
Olympus VG-145 vs Sony TX20 Overview
Below is a in-depth comparison of the Olympus VG-145 vs Sony TX20, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe VG-145 was unveiled 7 months prior to the TX20 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the VG-145 matches up against the TX20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus VG-145 vs Sony TX20 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-145 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The full galleries are available at Olympus VG-145 Gallery & Sony TX20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-145 over the Sony TX20
VG-145 | TX20 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX20 over the Olympus VG-145
TX20 | VG-145 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | July 2011 | More recent by 7 months | |
Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus VG-145 and Sony TX20
VG-145 | TX20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Olympus VG-145 vs Sony TX20 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-145 has got outer measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony TX20 has proportions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus VG-145 vs Sony TX20 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the VG-145 compared to the TX20.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VG-145 and TX20 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Olympus VG-145 vs Sony TX20 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The visual underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-145 and TX20.
All in all, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony TX20 to provide greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older VG-145 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
Olympus VG-145 vs Sony TX20 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus VG-145 vs Sony TX20 Specifications
Olympus VG-145 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus VG-145 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-07-27 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor 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 | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 3.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 120 gr (0.26 lb) | 133 gr (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 96 x 56 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photos | 250 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-70B | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $330 |