OM System OM-5 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Here is a complete comparison of the OM System OM-5 versus Samsung Galaxy NX, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the OM System OM-5 (20MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is relatively well matched but the OM System OM-5 (Four Thirds) and Galaxy NX (APS-C) come with different sensor measurements.

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The OM System OM-5 was revealed 9 years later than the Galaxy NX and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the OM System OM-5 matches up vs the Galaxy NX with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for OM System OM-5 and Samsung Galaxy NX. The full galleries are available at OM System OM-5 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and size. The OM System OM-5 comes with outside measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 414 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy NX has specifications of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

Compare the OM System OM-5 versus Samsung Galaxy NX in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the OM System OM-5 vs the Galaxy NX.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the OM System OM-5 and Galaxy NX is 80 and 82 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the OM System OM-5 and Galaxy NX.

As you can see, each of the cameras have got the exact same MP albeit different sensor sizing. The OM System OM-5 features the tinier sensor which will make getting shallow DOF tougher. The younger OM System OM-5 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.