Olympus E-M10 III vs Samsung NX1100

Let's take a closer look at the Olympus E-M10 III vs Samsung NX1100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the E-M10 III (16MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is very similar but the E-M10 III (Four Thirds) and NX1100 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.

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The E-M10 III was released 4 years later than the NX1100 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M10 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the E-M10 III matches up vs the NX1100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III & Samsung NX1100. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-M10 III Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M10 III provides external measurements of 122mm x 84mm x 50mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.0") with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1100 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the E-M10 III versus the NX1100.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M10 III and NX1100 is 80 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M10 III and NX1100.

As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The E-M10 III because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Samsung NX1100 will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern E-M10 III provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.