Olympus E-PL5 vs Samsung NX1100
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Olympus E-PL5 vs Samsung NX1100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 325g - 111 x 64 x 38mm
- Announced September 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Revealed April 2013
- Replaced the Samsung NX1000
- Updated by Samsung NX2000
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Here, we will be looking at the Olympus E-PL5 vs Samsung NX1100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the E-PL5 (16MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the E-PL5 (Four Thirds) and NX1100 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizing.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe E-PL5 was announced 6 months earlier than the NX1100 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the E-PL5 scores versus the NX1100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL5 & Samsung NX1100. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL5 Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL5 over the Samsung NX1100
| E-PL5 | NX1100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies | ||
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the Olympus E-PL5
| NX1100 | E-PL5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-PL5 and Samsung NX1100
| E-PL5 | NX1100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | September 2012 |  | April 2013 | Same age |
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Olympus E-PL5 vs Samsung NX1100 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PL5 provides physical measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1100 has sizing of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the E-PL5 against the NX1100.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL5 and NX1100 is 88 and 90 respectively.
Olympus E-PL5 vs Samsung NX1100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL5 and NX1100.
As you have seen, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The E-PL5 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX1100 will produce more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively.
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Olympus E-PL5 vs Samsung NX1100 Specifications
| Olympus PEN E-PL5 | Samsung NX1100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
| Model type | Olympus PEN E-PL5 | Samsung NX1100 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2012-09-17 | 2013-04-11 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 35 | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Samsung NX |
| Amount of lenses | 107 | 32 |
| Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | 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 |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/180s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 325 gr (0.72 lb) | 222 gr (0.49 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 111 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 72 | 73 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | 23.0 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.3 | 12.5 |
| DXO Low light rating | 889 | 852 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 360 shots | 320 shots |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | BLS-5 | BC1030 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at release | $400 | $600 |
