Olympus 6020 vs Samsung NX11

Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Olympus 6020 vs Samsung NX11, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the 6020 (13MP) and the NX11 (15MP) is relatively similar but the 6020 (1/2.3") and NX11 (APS-C) have different sensor measurements.

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The 6020 was released 10 months before the NX11 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus 6020 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the 6020 matches up against the NX11 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 and Samsung NX11. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 6020 Gallery and Samsung NX11 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus 6020 features physical measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Samsung NX11 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

See the Olympus 6020 vs Samsung NX11 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the 6020 versus the NX11.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 6020 and NX11 is 95 and 80 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over technical specs. The photograph here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 6020 and NX11.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 6020 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX11 will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The older 6020 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.