Olympus E-P3 vs Samsung NX100

Below is a in-depth review of the Olympus E-P3 vs Samsung NX100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the E-P3 (12MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is very similar but the E-P3 (Four Thirds) and NX100 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The E-P3 was announced 12 months later than the NX100 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the E-P3 matches up against the NX100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-P3 & Samsung NX100. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-P3 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-P3 has got exterior dimensions of 122mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 369 grams (0.81 lbs) and the Samsung NX100 has dimensions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the E-P3 against the NX100.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the E-P3 and NX100 is 86 and 88 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by going over specifications. The graphic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-P3 and NX100.

To sum up, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The E-P3 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX100 will offer you more detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more modern E-P3 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.