Olympus E-P3 vs Samsung NX200

On this page, we will be evaluating the Olympus E-P3 and Samsung NX200, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the E-P3 (12MP) and NX200 (20MP) and the E-P3 (Four Thirds) and NX200 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-P3 was brought out 6 months before the NX200 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the E-P3 grades vs the NX200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-P3 and Samsung NX200. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-P3 Gallery and Samsung NX200 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-P3 has physical dimensions of 122mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 369 grams (0.81 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX200 has proportions of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

See the Olympus E-P3 and Samsung NX200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the E-P3 against the NX200.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-P3 and NX200 is 86 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-P3 and NX200.

As you can see, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The E-P3 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX200 will render extra detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively.