Olympus E-PL2 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Its time to look more in depth at the Olympus E-PL2 and Samsung Galaxy NX, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the E-PL2 (12MP) and Galaxy NX (20MP) and the E-PL2 (Four Thirds) and Galaxy NX (APS-C) provide different sensor sizing.

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The E-PL2 was introduced 3 years before the Galaxy NX which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PL2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the E-PL2 grades vs the Galaxy NX for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PL2 and Samsung Galaxy NX. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-PL2 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PL2 features exterior dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy NX has dimensions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") having a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-PL2 and Samsung Galaxy NX in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-PL2 compared to the Galaxy NX.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL2 and Galaxy NX is 85 and 82 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The pic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL2 and Galaxy NX.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The E-PL2 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Samsung Galaxy NX will show extra detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged E-PL2 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.