Olympus E-P7 vs Samsung NX3000

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Olympus E-P7 versus Samsung NX3000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the E-P7 (20MP) and the NX3000 (20MP) is pretty similar but the E-P7 (Four Thirds) and NX3000 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The E-P7 was revealed 7 years after the NX3000 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the E-P7 scores vs the NX3000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-P7 and Samsung NX3000. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-P7 Gallery and Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-P7 provides physical measurements of 118mm x 69mm x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX3000 has measurements of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-P7 versus Samsung NX3000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the E-P7 and the NX3000.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the E-P7 and NX3000 is 86 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading specs. The image here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the E-P7 and NX3000.

All in all, both cameras come with the identical MP albeit not the same sensor sizes. The E-P7 has got the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallow DOF trickier. The younger E-P7 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.