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Olympus E-PL9 vs Samsung NX mini

Portability
85
Imaging
56
Features
78
Overall
64
Olympus PEN E-PL9 front
 
Samsung NX mini front
Portability
93
Imaging
52
Features
68
Overall
58

Olympus E-PL9 vs Samsung NX mini Key Specs

Olympus E-PL9
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 380g - 117 x 68 x 39mm
  • Introduced February 2018
  • Previous Model is Olympus E-PL8
Samsung NX mini
(Full Review)
  • 20.5MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
  • 1/16000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX-M Mount
  • 196g - 110 x 62 x 23mm
  • Introduced March 2014
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Olympus E-PL9 vs Samsung NX mini Overview

Its time to look more in depth at the Olympus E-PL9 versus Samsung NX mini, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the E-PL9 (16MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the E-PL9 (Four Thirds) and NX mini (1") posses totally different sensor size.

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The E-PL9 was brought out 3 years after the NX mini which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the E-PL9 grades vs the NX mini in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL9 over the Samsung NX mini

 E-PL9 NX mini 
IntroducedFebruary 2018March 2014Newer by 48 months
Display resolution1040k461kCrisper display (+579k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung NX mini over the Olympus E-PL9

 NX mini E-PL9 

Common features in the Olympus E-PL9 and Samsung NX mini

 E-PL9 NX mini 
Focus manually Very accurate focusing
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display size
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Olympus E-PL9 vs Samsung NX mini Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus E-PL9 has exterior dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX mini has specifications of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-PL9 versus Samsung NX mini in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the E-PL9 against the NX mini.

Olympus E-PL9 vs Samsung NX mini size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL9 and NX mini is 85 and 93 respectively.

Olympus E-PL9 vs Samsung NX mini top view buttons comparison

Olympus E-PL9 vs Samsung NX mini Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL9 and NX mini.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The E-PL9 because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Samsung NX mini will produce extra detail having its extra 4.5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more recent E-PL9 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.

Olympus E-PL9 vs Samsung NX mini sensor size comparison

Olympus E-PL9 vs Samsung NX mini Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus E-PL9 vs Samsung NX mini Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus E-PL9 Portrait photography factors
Samsung NX mini Portrait photography factors
73
manual focus
good MP (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
has face detection autofocus
saves RAW files
71
focusing manually
decent MP (20.5MP)
decent sensor size (1")
features face detect autofocus
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Olympus E-PL9 Street photography information
Samsung NX mini Street photography information
84
screen tilts
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
saves RAW files
offers focus via touch
81
tilting screen
decent sensor size (1")
supports RAW files
boasts focus by touch
lighter than others in class (196g)
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Olympus E-PL9 Sports photography info
Samsung NX mini Sports photography info
69
quiet mode (1/16,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
good MP (16MP)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
has tracking autofocus
no phase detect autofocus
54
great max shutter speed (1/16,000 seconds)
decent MP (20.5 megapixels)
decent sensor size (1")
great battery pack (650 CIPA)
slow frames per second (6.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Olympus E-PL9 Travel photography advice
Samsung NX mini Travel photography advice
77
connects via bluetooth
offers focus via touch
good MP (16MP)
flash built-in
display isn't selfie friendly
76
great battery pack (650 per charge)
lighter than others in class (196 grams)
boasts focus by touch
decent MP (20.5 megapixels)
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus E-PL9 Landscape photography highlights
Samsung NX mini Landscape photography highlights
80
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
good MP (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
saves RAW files
68
focusing manually
swap lenses (Samsung NX-M mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
decent MP (20.5MP)
decent sensor size (1")
supports RAW files
great battery pack (650 CIPA)
lack of image stabilization
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus E-PL9 Vlogging factors
Samsung NX mini Vlogging factors
35
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
has face detection autofocus
video res high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of external microphone support
38
screen is touchscreen
features face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
includes microphone jack
lighter than others in class (196g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
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Olympus E-PL9 vs Samsung NX mini Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus E-PL9 and Samsung NX mini
 Olympus PEN E-PL9Samsung NX mini
General Information
Brand Name Olympus Samsung
Model Olympus PEN E-PL9 Samsung NX mini
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2018-02-08 2014-03-19
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor TruePic VIII -
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size Four Thirds 1"
Sensor measurements 17.3 x 13mm 13.2 x 8.8mm
Sensor area 224.9mm² 116.2mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 20.5 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 5472 x 3648
Maximum native ISO 6400 12800
Maximum enhanced ISO 25600 25600
Min native ISO 200 160
RAW pictures
Min enhanced ISO 100 100
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points 121 21
Lens
Lens mount Micro Four Thirds Samsung NX-M
Available lenses 107 2
Crop factor 2.1 2.7
Screen
Range of screen Tilting Tilting
Screen sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 1,040 thousand dot 461 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech - TFT-LCD (180 degree tilt)
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic (optional) None
Features
Min shutter speed 60s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/16000s
Max silent shutter speed 1/16000s -
Continuous shutter speed 8.6 frames/s 6.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 7.60 m (at ISO 200) -
Flash modes Auto, manual, redeye reduction, slow sync w/redeye reduction, slow sync , slow sync 2nd-curtain, fill-in, off Smart Flash, auto, auto + redeye reduction, fill-in, fill-in + redeye reduction, 1st curtain, 2nd curtain
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash sync - 1/200s
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 (all 30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 380g (0.84 pounds) 196g (0.43 pounds)
Physical dimensions 117 x 68 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") 110 x 62 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 350 shots 650 shots
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - B740
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) Yes (2-30 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at release $599 $530