Olympus VG-145 vs Sony WX30

In this article, we will be looking at the Olympus VG-145 and Sony WX30, one is 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 WX30 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The VG-145 was unveiled about the same time to the WX30 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX30 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the VG-145 matches up against the WX30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-145 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-145 Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus VG-145 enjoys exterior measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Sony WX30 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus VG-145 and Sony WX30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the VG-145 vs the WX30.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VG-145 and WX30 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-145 and WX30.

Clearly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony WX30 to show greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively.