Olympus E-PL9 vs Samsung NX1000

Here is a complete overview of the Olympus E-PL9 and Samsung NX1000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the E-PL9 (16MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the E-PL9 (Four Thirds) and NX1000 (APS-C) offer different sensor size.

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The E-PL9 was unveiled 5 years later than the NX1000 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the E-PL9 scores vs the NX1000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL9 & Samsung NX1000. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL9 Gallery & Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PL9 features physical measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Samsung NX1000 has measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-PL9 and Samsung NX1000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the E-PL9 and the NX1000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL9 and NX1000 is 85 and 90 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL9 and NX1000.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-PL9 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX1000 will resolve more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer E-PL9 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.