Olympus E-M1X vs Samsung NX300M

Lets look a bit more closely at the Olympus E-M1X and Samsung NX300M, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the E-M1X (20MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is relatively well matched but the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and NX300M (APS-C) offer different sensor measurements.

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The E-M1X was revealed 6 years after the NX300M which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the E-M1X scores against the NX300M with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M1X & Samsung NX300M. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1X Gallery & Samsung NX300M Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M1X has external measurements of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") having a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) while the Samsung NX300M has measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the E-M1X against the NX300M.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1X and NX300M is 54 and 86 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by checking specs. The picture here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1X and NX300M.

All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The E-M1X provides the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF more difficult. The fresher E-M1X provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.