Olympus E-PL9 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Below, we are matching up the Olympus E-PL9 versus Samsung Galaxy NX, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the E-PL9 (16MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is very similar but the E-PL9 (Four Thirds) and Galaxy NX (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-PL9 was manufactured 4 years after the Galaxy NX which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-PL9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the E-PL9 grades versus the Galaxy NX in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PL9 & Samsung Galaxy NX. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-PL9 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus E-PL9 features exterior measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy NX has specifications of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the E-PL9 compared to the Galaxy NX.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL9 and Galaxy NX is 85 and 82 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL9 and Galaxy NX.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The E-PL9 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung Galaxy NX will deliver extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The newer E-PL9 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.