Olympus E-M10 II vs Samsung NX1

Below, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-M10 II versus Samsung NX1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the E-M10 II (16MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the E-M10 II (Four Thirds) and NX1 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.

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The E-M10 II was unveiled 12 months after the NX1 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the E-M10 II grades versus the NX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M10 II and Samsung NX1. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M10 II Gallery and Samsung NX1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M10 II features physical dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1 has proportions of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-M10 II versus Samsung NX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the E-M10 II compared to the NX1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-M10 II and NX1 is 82 and 66 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M10 II and NX1.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The E-M10 II with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX1 will result in extra detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern E-M10 II provides an advantage in sensor technology.