Olympus E-M10 III vs Samsung NX1100
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Olympus E-M10 III vs Samsung NX1100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 410g - 122 x 84 x 50mm
- Launched August 2017
- Superseded the Olympus E-M10 II
- New Model is Olympus E-M10 IV
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Announced April 2013
- Superseded the Samsung NX1000
- Successor is Samsung NX2000
Olympus E-M10 III vs Samsung NX1100 Overview
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.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 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.
Olympus E-M10 III vs Samsung NX1100 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M10 III over the Samsung NX1100
E-M10 III | NX1100 | |||
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Announced | August 2017 | April 2013 | More recent by 54 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 921k | Crisper display (+119k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the Olympus E-M10 III
NX1100 | E-M10 III |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M10 III and Samsung NX1100
E-M10 III | NX1100 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Olympus E-M10 III vs Samsung NX1100 Physical Comparison
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).
Contrast the Olympus E-M10 III vs Samsung NX1100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Olympus E-M10 III vs Samsung NX1100 Sensor Comparison
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.
Olympus E-M10 III vs Samsung NX1100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-M10 III vs Samsung NX1100 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III | Samsung NX1100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III | Samsung NX1100 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2017-08-31 | 2013-04-11 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic VIII | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 17.4 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 226.2mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 121 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Samsung NX |
Number of lenses | 107 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.6 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, redeye, slow sync, 2nd-curtain slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill-in, manual, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 410g (0.90 pounds) | 222g (0.49 pounds) |
Dimensions | 122 x 84 x 50mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.0") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 852 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | 320 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-50 | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I/II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $650 | $600 |