Olympus 7010 vs Samsung NX3000

Here, we are reviewing the Olympus 7010 and Samsung NX3000, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Samsung. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the 7010 (12MP) and NX3000 (20MP) and the 7010 (1/2.3") and NX3000 (APS-C) provide different sensor measurements.

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The 7010 was unveiled 5 years before the NX3000 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 7010 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the 7010 grades against the NX3000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 7010 & Samsung NX3000. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 7010 Gallery & Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 7010 provides exterior dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Samsung NX3000 has dimensions of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 7010 and Samsung NX3000 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the 7010 versus the NX3000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 7010 and NX3000 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over specs. The picture underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 7010 and NX3000.

All in all, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 7010 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung NX3000 will deliver greater detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 7010 is going to be behind in sensor technology.