Olympus 1s vs Samsung NX11

On this page, we will be reviewing the Olympus 1s versus Samsung NX11, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the 1s (12MP) and the NX11 (15MP) is relatively well matched but the 1s (1/1.7") and NX11 (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The 1s was announced 4 years after the NX11 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus 1s being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the 1s grades vs the NX11 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 1s & Samsung NX11. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 1s Gallery & Samsung NX11 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus 1s features exterior measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX11 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Compare the Olympus 1s versus Samsung NX11 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the 1s vs the NX11.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 1s and NX11 is 79 and 80 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The picture below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 1s and NX11.

To sum up, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 1s using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX11 will give you greater detail with its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer 1s should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.