Olympus E-PL8 vs Samsung NX300M

Here is a in-depth review of the Olympus E-PL8 vs Samsung NX300M, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the E-PL8 (16MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is relatively well matched but the E-PL8 (Four Thirds) and NX300M (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

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The E-PL8 was released 3 years later than the NX300M and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the E-PL8 grades vs the NX300M with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL8 and Samsung NX300M. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL8 Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PL8 has outside dimensions of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs) while the Samsung NX300M has sizing of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-PL8 vs Samsung NX300M in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the E-PL8 vs the NX300M.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PL8 and NX300M is 86 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL8 and NX300M.

All in all, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-PL8 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX300M will resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent E-PL8 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.