Olympus E-PL9 vs Samsung NX100
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Olympus E-PL9 vs Samsung NX100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Raise to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 380g - 117 x 68 x 39mm
- Revealed February 2018
- Superseded the Olympus E-PL8
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 282g - 120 x 71 x 35mm
- Revealed September 2010
- Newer Model is Samsung NX200
Olympus E-PL9 vs Samsung NX100 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Olympus E-PL9 vs Samsung NX100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the E-PL9 (16MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is fairly similar but the E-PL9 (Four Thirds) and NX100 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe E-PL9 was announced 7 years after the NX100 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the E-PL9 grades vs the NX100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus E-PL9 vs Samsung NX100 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PL9 & Samsung NX100. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL9 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL9 over the Samsung NX100
E-PL9 | NX100 | |||
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Revealed | February 2018 | September 2010 | More modern by 91 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 614k | Clearer display (+426k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Olympus E-PL9
NX100 | E-PL9 |
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Common features in the Olympus E-PL9 and Samsung NX100
E-PL9 | NX100 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Olympus E-PL9 vs Samsung NX100 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PL9 enjoys external dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") having a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Samsung NX100 has proportions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
Look at the Olympus E-PL9 vs Samsung NX100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the E-PL9 against the NX100.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL9 and NX100 is 85 and 88 respectively.
Olympus E-PL9 vs Samsung NX100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The picture here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL9 and NX100.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The E-PL9 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Olympus E-PL9 will deliver extra detail with its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher E-PL9 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Olympus E-PL9 vs Samsung NX100 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL9 | Samsung NX100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus PEN E-PL9 | Samsung NX100 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2018-02-08 | 2010-09-14 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VIII | DRIMe Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 121 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 107 | 32 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 614k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | VGA AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.6fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.60 m (at ISO 200) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, manual, redeye reduction, slow sync w/redeye reduction, slow sync , slow sync 2nd-curtain, fill-in, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
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 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
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 | 380 grams (0.84 pounds) | 282 grams (0.62 pounds) |
Dimensions | 117 x 68 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 62 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 563 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 420 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $599 | $386 |