Olympus PEN-F vs Samsung NX20

Let's take a deeper look at the Olympus PEN-F and Samsung NX20, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the PEN-F (20MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the PEN-F (Four Thirds) and NX20 (APS-C) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The PEN-F was brought out 3 years later than the NX20 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus PEN-F being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the PEN-F grades versus the NX20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN-F and Samsung NX20. The entire galleries are available at Olympus PEN-F Gallery and Samsung NX20 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus PEN-F features exterior dimensions of 125mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.5") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX20 has proportions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

Compare the Olympus PEN-F and Samsung NX20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the PEN-F against the NX20.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the PEN-F and NX20 is 84 and 83 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the PEN-F and NX20.

All in all, each of the cameras have the same MP albeit different sensor sizing. The PEN-F includes the smaller sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder. The younger PEN-F provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.