Olympus E-M10 IV vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Here, we are matching up the Olympus E-M10 IV vs Samsung Galaxy NX, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the E-M10 IV (20MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is very close but the E-M10 IV (Four Thirds) and Galaxy NX (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.

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The E-M10 IV was released 7 years after the Galaxy NX which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the E-M10 IV matches up against the Galaxy NX with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV and Samsung Galaxy NX. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-M10 IV Gallery and Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-M10 IV comes with physical dimensions of 122mm x 84mm x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy NX has specifications of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

Check out the Olympus E-M10 IV vs Samsung Galaxy NX in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the E-M10 IV and the Galaxy NX.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-M10 IV and Galaxy NX is 81 and 82 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M10 IV and Galaxy NX.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical megapixel count but different sensor dimensions. The E-M10 IV provides the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult. The younger E-M10 IV provides an edge in sensor innovation.