Olympus E-M1 III vs Samsung Galaxy NX
67 Imaging
62 Features
96 Overall
75


82 Imaging
62 Features
76 Overall
67
Olympus E-M1 III vs Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 580g - 134 x 91 x 69mm
- Launched February 2020
- Succeeded the Olympus E-M1 II
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Announced June 2013

Olympus E-M1 III vs Samsung Galaxy NX Overview
Here, we are comparing the Olympus E-M1 III versus Samsung Galaxy NX, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the E-M1 III (20MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is fairly close but the E-M1 III (Four Thirds) and Galaxy NX (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizes.

The E-M1 III was unveiled 6 years after the Galaxy NX which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the E-M1 III matches up vs the Galaxy NX in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus E-M1 III vs Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III and Samsung Galaxy NX. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-M1 III Gallery and Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1 III over the Samsung Galaxy NX
E-M1 III | Galaxy NX | |||
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Announced | February 2020 | ![]() | June 2013 | More modern by 81 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 922k | Sharper display (+115k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Olympus E-M1 III
Galaxy NX | E-M1 III | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display size | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Common features in the Olympus E-M1 III and Samsung Galaxy NX
E-M1 III | Galaxy NX | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Olympus E-M1 III vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus E-M1 III has got physical measurements of 134mm x 91mm x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy NX has sizing of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).
Examine the Olympus E-M1 III versus Samsung Galaxy NX in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the E-M1 III against the Galaxy NX.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the E-M1 III and Galaxy NX is 67 and 82 respectively.

Olympus E-M1 III vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes purely by looking through specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M1 III and Galaxy NX.
All in all, both the cameras come with the identical MP but not the same sensor sizes. The E-M1 III uses the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field more challenging. The newer E-M1 III is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.

Olympus E-M1 III vs Samsung Galaxy NX Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus E-M1 III vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III | Samsung Galaxy NX | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III | Samsung Galaxy NX |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2020-02-11 | 2013-06-20 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic IX | DRIMe IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 17.4 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 226.2mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 64 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 121 | - |
Cross type focus points | 121 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Samsung NX |
Available lenses | 107 | 32 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 4.8" |
Resolution of screen | 1,037 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | HD TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/6000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 60.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(2nd curtain), Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 580 grams (1.28 pounds) | 495 grams (1.09 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 91 x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 photos | 440 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLH-1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II on first slot) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Two | One |
Launch price | $1,800 | $1,300 |