Olympus E-M10 III vs Samsung NX500

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Olympus E-M10 III versus Samsung NX500, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the E-M10 III (16MP) and NX500 (28MP) and the E-M10 III (Four Thirds) and NX500 (APS-C) use different sensor measurements.

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The E-M10 III was announced 2 years later than the NX500 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M10 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the E-M10 III grades against the NX500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III & Samsung NX500. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-M10 III Gallery & Samsung NX500 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M10 III features external dimensions of 122mm x 84mm x 50mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.0") and a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Samsung NX500 has measurements of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-M10 III versus Samsung NX500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the E-M10 III vs the NX500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M10 III and NX500 is 80 and 87 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M10 III and NX500.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-M10 III using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Samsung NX500 will deliver more detail with its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more modern E-M10 III provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.