Olympus E-P2 vs Samsung NX1100

Let's examine more closely at the Olympus E-P2 versus Samsung NX1100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the E-P2 (12MP) and NX1100 (20MP) and the E-P2 (Four Thirds) and NX1100 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.

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The E-P2 was brought out 4 years earlier than the NX1100 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the E-P2 scores vs the NX1100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-P2 & Samsung NX1100. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P2 Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus E-P2 has external 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 NX1100 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-P2 versus Samsung NX1100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the E-P2 vs the NX1100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-P2 and NX1100 is 86 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E-P2 and NX1100.

As you can see, the two cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The E-P2 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Samsung NX1100 will offer more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged E-P2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.