Olympus E-P1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Below, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-P1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the E-P1 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the E-P1 (Four Thirds) and Galaxy Camera 4G (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The E-P1 was revealed 4 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 4G which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-P1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the E-P1 matches up against the Galaxy Camera 4G with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-P1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-P1 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-P1 offers physical measurements of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-P1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the E-P1 vs the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-P1 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 86 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-P1 and Galaxy Camera 4G.

As you have seen, the two cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The E-P1 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G will render extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged E-P1 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.