Olympus VG-145 vs Sony W310
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Olympus VG-145 vs Sony W310 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
- Launched January 2010

Olympus VG-145 vs Sony W310 Overview
Lets look closer at the Olympus VG-145 and Sony W310, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the W310 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The VG-145 was introduced 19 months after the W310 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the VG-145 grades versus the W310 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus VG-145 vs Sony W310 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-145 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The whole galleries are available at Olympus VG-145 Gallery & Sony W310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-145 over the Sony W310
VG-145 | W310 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 19 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Olympus VG-145
W310 | VG-145 |
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Common features in the Olympus VG-145 and Sony W310
VG-145 | W310 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Olympus VG-145 vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus VG-145 has exterior measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony W310 has sizing of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).
Look at the Olympus VG-145 and Sony W310 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the VG-145 versus the W310.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the VG-145 and W310 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Olympus VG-145 vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The image below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-145 and W310.
As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Olympus VG-145 to give you extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer VG-145 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Olympus VG-145 vs Sony W310 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus VG-145 vs Sony W310 Specifications
Olympus VG-145 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus VG-145 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-07-27 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 1s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 120 grams (0.26 lb) | 137 grams (0.30 lb) |
Dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" 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 | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-70B | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $0 | $150 |