Olympus E-P2 vs Samsung GX-1S

Let's look closer at the Olympus E-P2 versus Samsung GX-1S, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the E-P2 (12MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the E-P2 (Four Thirds) and GX-1S (APS-C) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The E-P2 was introduced 4 years later than the GX-1S and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-P2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the E-P2 scores vs the GX-1S in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-P2 and Samsung GX-1S. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P2 Gallery and Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus E-P2 has physical dimensions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-1S has sizing of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Check the Olympus E-P2 versus Samsung GX-1S in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the E-P2 vs the GX-1S.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the E-P2 and GX-1S is 86 and 68 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-P2 and GX-1S.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-P2 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Olympus E-P2 will produce more detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger E-P2 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.