Olympus E-M10 vs Samsung NX210

Below, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-M10 versus Samsung NX210, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the E-M10 (16MP) and the NX210 (20MP) is pretty close but the E-M10 (Four Thirds) and NX210 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-M10 was released 20 months later than the NX210 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the E-M10 matches up against the NX210 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M10 & Samsung NX210. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-M10 Gallery & Samsung NX210 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus E-M10 has exterior measurements of 119mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 1.8") with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX210 has sizing of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-M10 versus Samsung NX210 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the E-M10 and the NX210.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M10 and NX210 is 82 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing specifications. The graphic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M10 and NX210.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The E-M10 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Samsung NX210 will render more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The fresher E-M10 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.