Olympus E-P7 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

The following is a detailed analysis of the Olympus E-P7 and Samsung Galaxy NX, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the E-P7 (20MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is fairly comparable but the E-P7 (Four Thirds) and Galaxy NX (APS-C) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The E-P7 was revealed 8 years after the Galaxy NX which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-P7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the E-P7 matches up versus the Galaxy NX in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-P7 and Samsung Galaxy NX. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P7 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-P7 features outer dimensions of 118mm x 69mm x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy NX has dimensions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-P7 and Samsung Galaxy NX in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the E-P7 against the Galaxy NX.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the E-P7 and Galaxy NX is 86 and 82 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specifications. The image underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the E-P7 and Galaxy NX.

To sum up, each of the cameras have got the exact same MP but different sensor dimensions. The E-P7 provides the smaller sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field tougher. The more recent E-P7 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.