Olympus E-PL9 vs Samsung NX2000

The following is a in depth analysis of the Olympus E-PL9 versus Samsung NX2000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the E-PL9 (16MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is very close but the E-PL9 (Four Thirds) and NX2000 (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The E-PL9 was announced 4 years after the NX2000 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the E-PL9 grades versus the NX2000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PL9 & Samsung NX2000. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL9 Gallery & Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PL9 features physical dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX2000 has dimensions of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the E-PL9 and the NX2000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL9 and NX2000 is 85 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The picture here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL9 and NX2000.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The E-PL9 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Samsung NX2000 will result in more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern E-PL9 will have an advantage in sensor technology.