Olympus E-M1X vs Samsung NX20
Portability
54 Imaging
62 Features
93 Overall
74
54 Imaging
62 Features
93 Overall
74
Portability
83 Imaging
62 Features
73 Overall
66
83 Imaging
62 Features
73 Overall
66
Olympus E-M1X vs Samsung NX20 Key Specs
Olympus E-M1X
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- 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
- Launched January 2019
- Earlier Model is Olympus E-M1 II
Samsung NX20
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 341g - 122 x 90 x 40mm
- Introduced April 2012
- Replaced the Samsung NX11
- Replacement is Samsung NX30
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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.
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe 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.
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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.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Samsung NX20
| E-M1X | NX20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2019 |  | April 2012 | Newer by 83 months |
| Screen resolution | 1037k |  | 614k | Crisper screen (+423k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX20 over the Olympus E-M1X
| NX20 | E-M1X |
|---|
Common features in the Olympus E-M1X and Samsung NX20
| E-M1X | NX20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Screen type | Fully Articulated |  | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Both are selfie friendly |
Olympus E-M1X vs Samsung NX20 Physical Comparison
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).
Check out the Olympus E-M1X versus Samsung NX20 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.
Olympus E-M1X vs Samsung NX20 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Portrait Comparison
Olympus E-M1X Portrait photography info
Samsung NX20 Portrait photography info
focusing manually
decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
has face detect focus
supports RAW formats
has manual focus
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
comes with face detection autofocus
delivers RAW formats
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fully articulated screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
supports RAW formats
boasts touch focus
weather proofing
good high ISO (25,600)
heavier than competition (997 grams)
screen articulates fully
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
lighter than others (341 grams)
lack of image stabilization
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Samsung NX20 Sports photography highlights
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
silent shutter (1/32,000s)
fast shooting (60.0 frames/s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
has tracking focus
weather proofing
great battery pack (870 shots)
sensor has phase detect auto focus
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
megapixel count decent (20MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
lack of image stabilization
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel photography with Olympus E-M1X
Travel photography with Samsung NX20
great battery pack (870 CIPA)
weather proofing
connects via bluetooth
boasts touch focus
decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
screen is selfie friendly
heavier than competition (997 grams)
lighter than others (341 grams)
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
has built in flash
display is selfie friendly
does not have Timelapse mode
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Landscape photography with Olympus E-M1X
Landscape photography with Samsung NX20
focusing manually
change lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor resolution (20MP)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
good high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW formats
weather proofing
great battery pack (870 shots)
has dual storage slots
has manual focus
change lenses (Samsung NX mount)
decent sized screen (3")
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
lack of image stabilization
does not have Timelapse mode
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Olympus E-M1X as a Vlogging camera
Samsung NX20 as a Vlogging camera
screen is selfie friendly
touch screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
has face detect focus
video res high (4096 x 2160 resolution)
includes mic jack
heavier than competition (997 grams)
display is selfie friendly
comes with face detection autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
has external microphone port
lighter than others (341g)
lack of image stabilization
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Olympus E-M1X vs Samsung NX20 Specifications
| Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Samsung NX20 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Olympus | Samsung |
| Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Samsung NX20 |
| Class | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2019-01-24 | 2012-04-20 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Dual TruePic VIII | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 17.4 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor area | 226.2mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20MP | 20MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Highest native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Lowest enhanced ISO | 64 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 121 | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Samsung NX |
| Amount of lenses | 107 | 32 |
| Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 1,037k dot | 614k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | 0.7x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
| Continuous shutter speed | 60.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | 11.00 m |
| Flash modes | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain), manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
| 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 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video 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) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Built-in | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 997 gr (2.20 pounds) | 341 gr (0.75 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") | 122 x 90 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 75 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.9 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 785 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 870 images | 360 images |
| Style of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | BP1130 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | Two | 1 |
| Cost at release | $2,999 | $1,100 |
