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Olympus E-M1X vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Portability
54
Imaging
62
Features
93
Overall
74
Olympus OM-D E-M1X front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera front
Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
55
Overall
46

Olympus E-M1X vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Key Specs

Olympus E-M1X
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 200 - 25600
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 997g - 144 x 147 x 75mm
  • Revealed January 2019
  • Old Model is Olympus E-M1 II
Samsung Galaxy Camera
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
  • Released February 2013
  • Additionally referred to as Wi-Fi
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Olympus E-M1X vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview

Following is a extended comparison of the Olympus E-M1X and Samsung Galaxy Camera, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and Galaxy Camera (1/2.3") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The E-M1X was launched 6 years after the Galaxy Camera which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the E-M1X grades against the Galaxy Camera when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Samsung Galaxy Camera

 E-M1X Galaxy Camera 
ReleasedJanuary 2019February 2013More modern by 73 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display resolution1037k922kCrisper display (+115k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Olympus E-M1X

 Galaxy Camera E-M1X 
Display dimension4.8"3"Larger display (+1.8")

Common features in the Olympus E-M1X and Samsung Galaxy Camera

 E-M1X Galaxy Camera 
Manually focus Dial accurate focusing
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Olympus E-M1X vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M1X enjoys physical dimensions of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") with a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-M1X and Samsung Galaxy Camera in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the E-M1X versus the Galaxy Camera.

Olympus E-M1X vs Samsung Galaxy Camera size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1X and Galaxy Camera is 54 and 90 respectively.

Olympus E-M1X vs Samsung Galaxy Camera top view buttons comparison

Olympus E-M1X vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The image below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M1X and Galaxy Camera.

Clearly, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The E-M1X featuring a larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Olympus E-M1X will show more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The younger E-M1X will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Olympus E-M1X vs Samsung Galaxy Camera sensor size comparison

Olympus E-M1X vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus E-M1X vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus E-M1X Portrait photography advice
Samsung Galaxy Camera Portrait photography advice
77
has manual focus
MP count decent (20 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
features face detection autofocus
delivers RAW files
40
manual focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Olympus E-M1X Street photography advice
Samsung Galaxy Camera Street photography advice
67
fully articulated screen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
delivers RAW files
offers touch focus
weather proof
very good ISO range (25,600)
heavier than competition (997g)
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (300 grams)
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Olympus E-M1X Sports photography factors
Samsung Galaxy Camera Sports photography factors
81
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
silent shutter (1/32,000s)
max frames per second high (60.0 fps)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count decent (20MP)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
features tracking autofocus
weather proof
great battery life (870 per charge)
sensor has phase detect autofocus
50
excellent zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Olympus E-M1X Travel photography highlights
Samsung Galaxy Camera Travel photography highlights
68
great battery life (870 shots)
weather proof
has bluetooth
offers touch focus
MP count decent (20 megapixels)
selfie friendly screen
heavier than competition (997g)
69
lighter than competition (300g)
resolution is good (16MP)
flash built-in
relatively wide (23mm)
very long zoom (481mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus E-M1X Landscape photography details
Samsung Galaxy Camera Landscape photography details
80
has manual focus
swap lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count decent (20MP)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
very good ISO range (25,600)
delivers RAW files
weather proof
great battery life (870 per charge)
has double storage slots
50
manual focus
relatively wide (23mm)
screen larger than average (4.8 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus E-M1X Vlogging features
Samsung Galaxy Camera Vlogging features
68
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen enabled
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
features face detection autofocus
video res high (4096 x 2160 resolution)
includes external mic port
heavier than competition (997 grams)
37
relatively wide (23mm)
touch screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
does have microphone port
lighter than competition (300g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Olympus E-M1X vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus E-M1X and Samsung Galaxy Camera
 Olympus OM-D E-M1XSamsung Galaxy Camera
General Information
Manufacturer Olympus Samsung
Model Olympus OM-D E-M1X Samsung Galaxy Camera
Also Known as - Wi-Fi
Category Pro Mirrorless Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2019-01-24 2013-02-19
Body design SLR-style mirrorless Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Dual TruePic VIII 1.4GHz Quad-Core
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size Four Thirds 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 17.4 x 13mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 226.2mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 -
Peak resolution 5184 x 3888 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 25600 3200
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW images
Min enhanced ISO 64 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points 121 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type Micro Four Thirds fixed lens
Lens focal range - 23-481mm (20.9x)
Maximum aperture - f/2.8-5.9
Total lenses 107 -
Focal length multiplier 2.1 5.8
Screen
Display type Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 4.8 inch
Resolution of display 1,037 thousand dot 922 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech - 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.74x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60 secs 16 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/2000 secs
Fastest quiet shutter speed 1/32000 secs -
Continuous shutter speed 60.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash -
Flash settings Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain), manual -
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080
Highest video resolution 4096x2160 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes (USB-PD allows charging by laptop or external power bank) none
GPS Built-in BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 997 gr (2.20 lbs) 300 gr (0.66 lbs)
Dimensions 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 870 pictures -
Style of battery Built-in -
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage media - micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC
Storage slots 2 1
Retail cost $2,999 $450