Olympus E-PL2 vs Samsung NX10

Below, we will be evaluating the Olympus E-PL2 versus Samsung NX10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the E-PL2 (12MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is relatively well matched but the E-PL2 (Four Thirds) and NX10 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The E-PL2 was released 11 months after the NX10 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-PL2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the E-PL2 grades versus the NX10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL2 and Samsung NX10. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-PL2 Gallery and Samsung NX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Olympus E-PL2 comes with physical dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs) and the Samsung NX10 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Check out the Olympus E-PL2 versus Samsung NX10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the E-PL2 versus the NX10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL2 and NX10 is 85 and 80 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL2 and NX10.

As you have seen, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The E-PL2 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX10 will give more detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer E-PL2 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.