Olympus E-M5 II vs Samsung NX11

On this page, we are analyzing the Olympus E-M5 II and Samsung NX11, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the E-M5 II (16MP) and the NX11 (15MP) is very comparable but the E-M5 II (Four Thirds) and NX11 (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The E-M5 II was revealed 4 years later than the NX11 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the E-M5 II matches up versus the NX11 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M5 II and Samsung NX11. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-M5 II Gallery and Samsung NX11 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M5 II comes with outside dimensions of 124mm x 85mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") having a weight of 469 grams (1.03 lbs) and the Samsung NX11 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-M5 II and Samsung NX11 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the E-M5 II vs the NX11.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-M5 II and NX11 is 80 and 80 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out specifications. The photograph below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M5 II and NX11.

Plainly, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The E-M5 II with its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Olympus E-M5 II will produce greater detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher E-M5 II is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.