Olympus E-PL9 vs Samsung NX1

Here is a complete analysis of the Olympus E-PL9 vs Samsung NX1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the E-PL9 (16MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the E-PL9 (Four Thirds) and NX1 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizes.

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The E-PL9 was released 3 years later than the NX1 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PL9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the E-PL9 grades against the NX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PL9 and Samsung NX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL9 Gallery and Samsung NX1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PL9 has outer dimensions 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 NX1 has sizing of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

See the Olympus E-PL9 vs Samsung NX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the E-PL9 versus the NX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL9 and NX1 is 85 and 66 respectively.

Normally, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL9 and NX1.

To sum up, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-PL9 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung NX1 will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent E-PL9 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.