Olympus E-P1 vs Samsung NX300M

On this page, we are analyzing the Olympus E-P1 vs Samsung NX300M, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the E-P1 (12MP) and NX300M (20MP) and the E-P1 (Four Thirds) and NX300M (APS-C) posses different sensor size.

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The E-P1 was announced 4 years earlier than the NX300M which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the E-P1 grades against the NX300M in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-P1 & Samsung NX300M. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-P1 Gallery & Samsung NX300M Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-P1 has got exterior measurements of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Samsung NX300M has proportions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the E-P1 and the NX300M.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the E-P1 and NX300M is 86 and 86 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The picture underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the E-P1 and NX300M.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The E-P1 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX300M will give you greater detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged E-P1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.