Olympus E-M1X vs Samsung EX2F

In this article, we are reviewing the Olympus E-M1X versus Samsung EX2F, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and EX2F (1/1.7") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-M1X was unveiled 6 years later than the EX2F and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the E-M1X matches up versus the EX2F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M1X and Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-M1X Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M1X has got outside measurements of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") along with a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) whilst the Samsung EX2F has dimensions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

See the Olympus E-M1X versus Samsung EX2F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the E-M1X compared to the EX2F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1X and EX2F is 54 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements purely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M1X and EX2F.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The E-M1X with its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Olympus E-M1X will provide you with more detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively. The more recent E-M1X is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.