Olympus E-M1 III vs Samsung Galaxy NX

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.