Olympus E-PL2 vs Samsung NX100
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Olympus E-PL2 vs Samsung NX100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 362g - 114 x 72 x 42mm
- Revealed February 2011
- Older Model is Olympus E-PL1s
- Refreshed by Olympus E-PL3
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 282g - 120 x 71 x 35mm
- Announced September 2010
- Successor is Samsung NX200
Olympus E-PL2 vs Samsung NX100 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Olympus E-PL2 vs Samsung NX100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the E-PL2 (12MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is relatively comparable but the E-PL2 (Four Thirds) and NX100 (APS-C) have different sensor dimensions.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe E-PL2 was brought out 5 months after the NX100 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the E-PL2 scores vs the NX100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus E-PL2 vs Samsung NX100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL2 & Samsung NX100. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-PL2 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL2 over the Samsung NX100
E-PL2 | NX100 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Olympus E-PL2
NX100 | E-PL2 | |||
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Screen resolution | 614k | 460k | Sharper screen (+154k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-PL2 and Samsung NX100
E-PL2 | NX100 | |||
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Announced | February 2011 | September 2010 | Same age | |
Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Olympus E-PL2 vs Samsung NX100 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PL2 features physical measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX100 has dimensions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
Look at the Olympus E-PL2 vs Samsung NX100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-PL2 vs the NX100.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL2 and NX100 is 85 and 88 respectively.
Olympus E-PL2 vs Samsung NX100 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing a spec sheet. The pic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL2 and NX100.
As you can see, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The E-PL2 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX100 will produce more detail having its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively.
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Olympus E-PL2 vs Samsung NX100 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL2 | Samsung NX100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-PL2 | Samsung NX100 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2011-02-11 | 2010-09-14 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Truepic V | DRIMe Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Samsung NX |
Total lenses | 107 | 32 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 614k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating | VGA AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/160 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 362 gr (0.80 lbs) | 282 gr (0.62 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 55 | 62 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.4 | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.2 | 10.7 |
DXO Low light rating | 573 | 563 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 images | 420 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLS-5 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $0 | $386 |