Olympus E-PL2 vs Samsung NX1100

On this page, we will be evaluating the Olympus E-PL2 vs Samsung NX1100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Olympus and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the E-PL2 (12MP) and NX1100 (20MP) and the E-PL2 (Four Thirds) and NX1100 (APS-C) provide different sensor size.

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The E-PL2 was released 3 years before the NX1100 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the E-PL2 scores vs the NX1100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL2 & Samsung NX1100. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-PL2 Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-PL2 features outer measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs) while the Samsung NX1100 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-PL2 vs Samsung NX1100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the E-PL2 vs the NX1100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL2 and NX1100 is 85 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The image underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL2 and NX1100.

As you have seen, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The E-PL2 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Samsung NX1100 will show extra detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged E-PL2 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.