Olympus E-M1 vs Samsung ST90

Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-M1 versus Samsung ST90, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the E-M1 (16MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the E-M1 (Four Thirds) and ST90 (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The E-M1 was released 2 years later than the ST90 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the E-M1 matches up vs the ST90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M1 and Samsung ST90. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1 Gallery and Samsung ST90 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus E-M1 has got exterior dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") along with a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Samsung ST90 has sizing of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-M1 versus Samsung ST90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the E-M1 against the ST90.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1 and ST90 is 71 and 99 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by going through specs. The photograph below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M1 and ST90.

All in all, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The E-M1 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Olympus E-M1 will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer E-M1 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.