Olympus E-PL5 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

On this page, we will be comparing the Olympus E-PL5 and Samsung Galaxy NX, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the E-PL5 (16MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is relatively close but the E-PL5 (Four Thirds) and Galaxy NX (APS-C) provide different sensor measurements.

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The E-PL5 was revealed 9 months before the Galaxy NX so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PL5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the E-PL5 scores versus the Galaxy NX with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL5 and Samsung Galaxy NX. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL5 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PL5 enjoys exterior measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy NX has sizing 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-PL5 and Samsung Galaxy NX in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the E-PL5 and the Galaxy NX.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL5 and Galaxy NX is 88 and 82 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing specs. The visual underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL5 and Galaxy NX.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The E-PL5 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung Galaxy NX will provide you with more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The older E-PL5 will be behind in sensor technology.