Olympus SP-100 vs Samsung NX1100

On this page, we will be comparing the Olympus SP-100 vs Samsung NX1100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is pretty close but the SP-100 (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The SP-100 was launched 10 months after the NX1100 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SP-100 grades versus the NX1100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Samsung NX1100. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-100 provides outer measurements of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") and a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Samsung NX1100 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SP-100 vs Samsung NX1100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the SP-100 compared to the NX1100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-100 and NX1100 is 63 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The image underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-100 and NX1100.

As you can tell, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SP-100 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Samsung NX1100 will render more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern SP-100 provides an advantage in sensor technology.