Olympus 8000 vs Samsung NX1000

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus 8000 versus Samsung NX1000, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the 8000 (12MP) and NX1000 (20MP) and the 8000 (1/2.3") and NX1000 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizing.

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The 8000 was launched 3 years prior to the NX1000 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 8000 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the 8000 grades vs the NX1000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 and Samsung NX1000. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 8000 Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus 8000 offers outer measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1000 has sizing of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the 8000 vs the NX1000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 8000 and NX1000 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching a spec sheet. The image below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 8000 and NX1000.

Clearly, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 8000 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung NX1000 will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged 8000 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.