Olympus E-PM2 vs Samsung NX1000

Its time to examine more closely at the Olympus E-PM2 vs Samsung NX1000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is fairly similar but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and NX1000 (APS-C) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The E-PM2 was manufactured 14 months later than the NX1000 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the E-PM2 scores vs the NX1000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PM2 and Samsung NX1000. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PM2 has got physical dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1000 has sizing of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-PM2 vs Samsung NX1000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the E-PM2 compared to the NX1000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PM2 and NX1000 is 89 and 90 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading specifications. The photograph here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PM2 and NX1000.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The E-PM2 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung NX1000 will offer extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The younger E-PM2 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.