Olympus E-M1X vs Samsung NX20

The following is a in-depth overview of the Olympus E-M1X versus Samsung NX20, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the E-M1X (20MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is pretty similar but the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and NX20 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-M1X was introduced 6 years after the NX20 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the E-M1X matches up vs the NX20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M1X & Samsung NX20. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-M1X Gallery & Samsung NX20 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M1X has got exterior 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) while the Samsung NX20 has dimensions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the E-M1X against the NX20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1X and NX20 is 54 and 83 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The image below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1X and NX20.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The E-M1X provides the tinier sensor which is going to make getting bokeh more challenging. The fresher E-M1X is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.