Olympus E-M10 vs Samsung NX3000

Below, we will be matching up the Olympus E-M10 vs Samsung NX3000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the E-M10 (16MP) and the NX3000 (20MP) is pretty similar but the E-M10 (Four Thirds) and NX3000 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor size.

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The E-M10 was unveiled 2 months prior to the NX3000 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the E-M10 grades vs the NX3000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M10 and Samsung NX3000. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M10 Gallery and Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M10 has exterior dimensions of 119mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 1.8") along with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) while the Samsung NX3000 has proportions of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-M10 vs Samsung NX3000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the E-M10 compared to the NX3000.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M10 and NX3000 is 82 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M10 and NX3000.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-M10 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Samsung NX3000 will offer you extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively.