Olympus 8010 vs Samsung NX11

Let's look more closely at the Olympus 8010 and Samsung NX11, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the 8010 (13MP) and the NX11 (15MP) is relatively comparable but the 8010 (1/2.3") and NX11 (APS-C) use different sensor dimensions.

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The 8010 was brought out 10 months prior to the NX11 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 8010 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the 8010 grades vs the NX11 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 and Samsung NX11. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus 8010 Gallery and Samsung NX11 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 8010 enjoys exterior dimensions of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Samsung NX11 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Check the Olympus 8010 and Samsung NX11 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the 8010 versus the NX11.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 8010 and NX11 is 92 and 80 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The visual below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 8010 and NX11.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 8010 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung NX11 will provide extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older 8010 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.