Olympus E-M1 III vs Samsung NX30

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Olympus E-M1 III vs Samsung NX30, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the E-M1 III (20MP) and the NX30 (20MP) is very similar but the E-M1 III (Four Thirds) and NX30 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The E-M1 III was announced 6 years later than the NX30 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the E-M1 III scores versus the NX30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III and Samsung NX30. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-M1 III Gallery and Samsung NX30 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus E-M1 III has got exterior measurements of 134mm x 91mm x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") along with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) while the Samsung NX30 has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") having a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-M1 III vs Samsung NX30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the E-M1 III against the NX30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1 III and NX30 is 67 and 75 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M1 III and NX30.

As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels but not the same sensor measurements. The E-M1 III includes the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field harder. The more modern E-M1 III is going to have an edge in sensor tech.