Olympus XZ-10 vs Samsung NX2000

Following is a extended assessment of the Olympus XZ-10 and Samsung NX2000, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the XZ-10 (12MP) and NX2000 (20MP) and the XZ-10 (1/2.3") and NX2000 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The XZ-10 was announced 10 months prior to the NX2000 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus XZ-10 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the XZ-10 grades versus the NX2000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus XZ-10 & Samsung NX2000. The whole galleries are available at Olympus XZ-10 Gallery & Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Olympus XZ-10 enjoys outside measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX2000 has specifications of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

See the Olympus XZ-10 and Samsung NX2000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the XZ-10 versus the NX2000.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XZ-10 and NX2000 is 91 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The picture below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the XZ-10 and NX2000.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The XZ-10 using its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Samsung NX2000 will offer you extra detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged XZ-10 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.