Olympus E-500 vs Samsung GX-1S

Here, we are contrasting the Olympus E-500 vs Samsung GX-1S, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the E-500 (8MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the E-500 (Four Thirds) and GX-1S (APS-C) posses different sensor measurements.

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The E-500 was announced 2 months before the GX-1S which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the E-500 scores against the GX-1S in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus E-500 & Samsung GX-1S. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-500 Gallery & Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-500 features outer measurements of 130mm x 95mm x 66mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 479 grams (1.06 lbs) and the Samsung GX-1S has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-500 vs Samsung GX-1S in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the E-500 vs the GX-1S.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-500 and GX-1S is 70 and 68 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements purely by looking at specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the E-500 and GX-1S.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The E-500 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Olympus E-500 will resolve extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively.