Olympus VG-145 vs Sony W370

Below, we will be evaluating the Olympus VG-145 versus Sony W370, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the W370 (14MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The VG-145 was released 19 months later than the W370 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W370 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the VG-145 matches up against the W370 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-145 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-145 Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in 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") along with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Sony W370 has proportions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus VG-145 versus Sony W370 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the VG-145 versus the W370.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the VG-145 and W370 is 96 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading specifications. The graphic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-145 and W370.

To sum up, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures though you should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The newer VG-145 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.