Olympus E-M1X vs Samsung TL100

Following is a detailed comparison of the Olympus E-M1X versus Samsung TL100, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and TL100 (12MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and TL100 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The E-M1X was introduced 10 years after the TL100 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung TL100 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the E-M1X grades versus the TL100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1X & Samsung TL100. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1X Gallery & Samsung TL100 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M1X enjoys outer measurements of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL100 has proportions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-M1X versus Samsung TL100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the E-M1X vs the TL100.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1X and TL100 is 54 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1X and TL100.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The E-M1X having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Olympus E-M1X will show greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger E-M1X provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.