Olympus E-M1 vs Samsung NX10

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Olympus E-M1 versus Samsung NX10, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the E-M1 (16MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is relatively close but the E-M1 (Four Thirds) and NX10 (APS-C) posses different sensor size.

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The E-M1 was revealed 3 years later than the NX10 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the E-M1 scores vs the NX10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M1 and Samsung NX10. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1 Gallery and Samsung NX10 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M1 has got exterior measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") and a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Samsung NX10 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-M1 versus Samsung NX10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the E-M1 and the NX10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1 and NX10 is 71 and 80 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The graphic below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1 and NX10.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-M1 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Olympus E-M1 will render greater detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer E-M1 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.