Olympus SP-100 vs Samsung NX1

In this write-up, we are comparing the Olympus SP-100 versus Samsung NX1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the SP-100 (16MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the SP-100 (1/2.3") and NX1 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The SP-100 was revealed 7 months earlier than the NX1 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SP-100 scores against the NX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Samsung NX1. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Samsung NX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-100 enjoys external dimensions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") along with a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Samsung NX1 has sizing of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SP-100 versus Samsung NX1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the SP-100 against the NX1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-100 and NX1 is 63 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions only by checking specifications. The pic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-100 and NX1.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SP-100 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX1 will resolve more detail because of its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged SP-100 is going to be behind in sensor tech.