Olympus E-P5 vs Samsung NX200

Here is a in depth comparison of the Olympus E-P5 vs Samsung NX200, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the E-P5 (16MP) and the NX200 (20MP) is very similar but the E-P5 (Four Thirds) and NX200 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The E-P5 was brought out 20 months later than the NX200 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the E-P5 scores against the NX200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-P5 & Samsung NX200. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P5 Gallery & Samsung NX200 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-P5 has got 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 NX200 has measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the E-P5 vs the NX200.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-P5 and NX200 is 85 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the E-P5 and NX200.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-P5 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Samsung NX200 will deliver extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The younger E-P5 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.