Olympus E-PL6 vs Samsung NX2000
88 Imaging
53 Features
77 Overall
62
89 Imaging
63 Features
68 Overall
65
Olympus E-PL6 vs Samsung NX2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 325g - 111 x 64 x 38mm
- Revealed August 2014
- Successor is Olympus E-PL7
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 228g - 119 x 65 x 36mm
- Announced November 2013
- Superseded the Samsung NX1100
- Successor is Samsung NX3000
Olympus E-PL6 vs Samsung NX2000 Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Olympus E-PL6 versus Samsung NX2000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the E-PL6 (16MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is very well matched but the E-PL6 (Four Thirds) and NX2000 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe E-PL6 was brought out 9 months after the NX2000 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the E-PL6 matches up vs the NX2000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus E-PL6 vs Samsung NX2000 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PL6 and Samsung NX2000. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL6 Gallery and Samsung NX2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL6 over the Samsung NX2000
E-PL6 | NX2000 | |||
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Announced | August 2014 | November 2013 | More modern by 9 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX2000 over the Olympus E-PL6
NX2000 | E-PL6 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.7" | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") | |
Display resolution | 1152k | 460k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-PL6 and Samsung NX2000
E-PL6 | NX2000 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Olympus E-PL6 vs Samsung NX2000 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PL6 has got outside dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Samsung NX2000 has proportions of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus E-PL6 versus Samsung NX2000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the E-PL6 and the NX2000.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PL6 and NX2000 is 88 and 89 respectively.
Olympus E-PL6 vs Samsung NX2000 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking a spec sheet. The picture below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL6 and NX2000.
Clearly, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The E-PL6 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX2000 will resolve more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher E-PL6 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
Olympus E-PL6 vs Samsung NX2000 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-PL6 vs Samsung NX2000 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL6 | Samsung NX2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus PEN E-PL6 | Samsung NX2000 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2014-08-01 | 2013-11-30 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VI | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 35 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Samsung NX |
Total lenses | 107 | 32 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3.7" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 1,152k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 325g (0.72 lb) | 228g (0.50 lb) |
Dimensions | 111 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 119 x 65 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 75 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 908 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 pictures | 340 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-5 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC/ MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $300 | $599 |