Olympus E-P5 vs Samsung NX11

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Olympus E-P5 vs Samsung NX11, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the E-P5 (16MP) and the NX11 (15MP) is fairly similar but the E-P5 (Four Thirds) and NX11 (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The E-P5 was announced 2 years later than the NX11 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-P5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the E-P5 matches up against the NX11 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-P5 and Samsung NX11. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-P5 Gallery and Samsung NX11 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus E-P5 has outer measurements of 122mm x 69mm x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX11 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-P5 vs Samsung NX11 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the E-P5 against the NX11.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-P5 and NX11 is 85 and 80 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements purely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the E-P5 and NX11.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The E-P5 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Olympus E-P5 will offer you more detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher E-P5 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.