Olympus E-PL1 vs Samsung NX11

Below is a extended overview of the Olympus E-PL1 vs Samsung NX11, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the E-PL1 (12MP) and the NX11 (15MP) is very close but the E-PL1 (Four Thirds) and NX11 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The E-PL1 was brought out 7 months prior to the NX11 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-PL1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the E-PL1 grades versus the NX11 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PL1 and Samsung NX11. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL1 Gallery and Samsung NX11 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus E-PL1 has got exterior dimensions of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX11 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-PL1 vs Samsung NX11 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the E-PL1 vs the NX11.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the E-PL1 and NX11 is 86 and 80 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing technical specs. The photograph here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL1 and NX11.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The E-PL1 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX11 will render extra detail having its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The older E-PL1 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.