Olympus E-PM2 vs Samsung NX2000

Its time to take a deeper look at the Olympus E-PM2 vs Samsung NX2000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and NX2000 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizing.

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The E-PM2 was released 6 months prior to the NX2000 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the E-PM2 grades versus the NX2000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PM2 and Samsung NX2000. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery and Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus E-PM2 features exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Samsung NX2000 has specifications of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-PM2 vs Samsung NX2000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the E-PM2 and the NX2000.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PM2 and NX2000 is 89 and 89 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The image here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PM2 and NX2000.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The E-PM2 because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Samsung NX2000 will provide more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively.