Olympus E-P7 vs Samsung NX1100

Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-P7 and Samsung NX1100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the E-P7 (20MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is pretty similar but the E-P7 (Four Thirds) and NX1100 (APS-C) have different sensor sizing.

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The E-P7 was manufactured 8 years after the NX1100 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the E-P7 grades vs the NX1100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-P7 & Samsung NX1100. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P7 Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-P7 provides outer measurements of 118mm x 69mm x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1100 has measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the E-P7 against the NX1100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-P7 and NX1100 is 86 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The picture below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E-P7 and NX1100.

As you can see, both cameras feature the identical megapixels albeit different sensor dimensions. The E-P7 features the tinier sensor which should make getting shallower depth of field tougher. The more modern E-P7 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.