Olympus E-PM1 vs Samsung NX10
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Olympus E-PM1 vs Samsung NX10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 265g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Launched November 2011
- Renewed by Olympus E-PM2
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Announced April 2010
- Later Model is Samsung NX11
Olympus E-PM1 vs Samsung NX10 Overview
The following is a extensive review of the Olympus E-PM1 and Samsung NX10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the E-PM1 (12MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is pretty well matched but the E-PM1 (Four Thirds) and NX10 (APS-C) boast different sensor size.
Supernova astonishes astronomers in ancient 12th century observationsThe E-PM1 was announced 20 months after the NX10 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going into a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the E-PM1 matches up versus the NX10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus E-PM1 vs Samsung NX10 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PM1 and Samsung NX10. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-PM1 Gallery and Samsung NX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM1 over the Samsung NX10
E-PM1 | NX10 | |||
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Announced | November 2011 | April 2010 | Newer by 20 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX10 over the Olympus E-PM1
NX10 | E-PM1 | |||
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Screen resolution | 614k | 460k | Clearer screen (+154k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-PM1 and Samsung NX10
E-PM1 | NX10 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Olympus E-PM1 vs Samsung NX10 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PM1 offers physical measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) while the Samsung NX10 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Compare the Olympus E-PM1 and Samsung NX10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-PM1 vs the NX10.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PM1 and NX10 is 89 and 80 respectively.
Olympus E-PM1 vs Samsung NX10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PM1 and NX10.
As you can see, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The E-PM1 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Samsung NX10 will give you extra detail with its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger E-PM1 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus E-PM1 vs Samsung NX10 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PM1 | Samsung NX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus PEN E-PM1 | Samsung NX10 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2011-11-23 | 2010-04-07 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VI | DRIM 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 | 12 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 35 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Samsung NX |
Total lenses | 107 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 920 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 11.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/160 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 265g (0.58 lbs) | 499g (1.10 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 52 | 63 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.0 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.3 | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | 499 | 572 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 shots | 400 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-5 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $499 | $626 |