Olympus FE-4000 vs Samsung NX100

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Olympus FE-4000 vs Samsung NX100, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the FE-4000 (12MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is relatively well matched but the FE-4000 (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The FE-4000 was brought out 13 months before the NX100 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus FE-4000 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the FE-4000 grades versus the NX100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-4000 & Samsung NX100. The entire galleries are available at Olympus FE-4000 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus FE-4000 has physical dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Samsung NX100 has specifications of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the FE-4000 and the NX100.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4000 and NX100 is 95 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-4000 and NX100.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FE-4000 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung NX100 will give extra detail having its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged FE-4000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.