Olympus E-PL2 vs Samsung NX210

In this article, we are comparing the Olympus E-PL2 versus Samsung NX210, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the E-PL2 (12MP) and NX210 (20MP) and the E-PL2 (Four Thirds) and NX210 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The E-PL2 was unveiled 18 months prior to the NX210 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the E-PL2 matches up vs the NX210 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PL2 & Samsung NX210. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL2 Gallery & Samsung NX210 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus E-PL2 enjoys outside 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 NX210 has specifications of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-PL2 versus Samsung NX210 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the E-PL2 and the NX210.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL2 and NX210 is 85 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching technical specs. The image below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL2 and NX210.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The E-PL2 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX210 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged E-PL2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.