Olympus 6000 vs Samsung NX100
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Olympus 6000 vs Samsung NX100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 179g - 95 x 63 x 22mm
- Released July 2009
- Additionally Known as mju Tough 6000
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 282g - 120 x 71 x 35mm
- Launched September 2010
- Successor is Samsung NX200
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Below, we will be analyzing the Olympus 6000 vs Samsung NX100, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 6000 (10MP) and NX100 (15MP) and the 6000 (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) feature different sensor dimensions.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe 6000 was brought out 14 months earlier than the NX100 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 6000 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the 6000 matches up against the NX100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Olympus 6000 over the Samsung NX100
| 6000 | NX100 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Olympus 6000
| NX100 | 6000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | September 2010 |  | July 2009 | More modern by 14 months |
| Focus manually |  | Dial exact focusing | ||
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 614k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus 6000 and Samsung NX100
| 6000 | NX100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither has Touch screen |
Olympus 6000 vs Samsung NX100 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus 6000 has exterior measurements of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung NX100 has measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the 6000 compared to the NX100.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 6000 and NX100 is 94 and 88 respectively.
Olympus 6000 vs Samsung NX100 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The image underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 6000 and NX100.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 6000 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Samsung NX100 will offer extra detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged 6000 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus 6000 vs Samsung NX100 Specifications
| Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 | Samsung NX100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Olympus | Samsung |
| Model type | Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 | Samsung NX100 |
| Alternative name | mju Tough 6000 | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2009-07-01 | 2010-09-14 |
| Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | DRIMe Engine |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10MP | 15MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4592 x 3056 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 50 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
| Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | - |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | - |
| Macro focusing range | 2cm | - |
| Available lenses | - | 32 |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 230k dots | 614k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Display tech | - | VGA AMOLED |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 1/4 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 3.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.00 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 179 gr (0.39 lb) | 282 gr (0.62 lb) |
| Dimensions | 95 x 63 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | 62 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.7 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 563 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 420 pictures |
| Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | BP1130 |
| Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $259 | $386 |