Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung NX1000

Lets take a closer look at the Olympus VG-160 and Samsung NX1000, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the VG-160 (14MP) and NX1000 (20MP) and the VG-160 (1/2.3") and NX1000 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

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The VG-160 was unveiled 3 months prior to the NX1000 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VG-160 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the VG-160 scores vs the NX1000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-160 and Samsung NX1000. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-160 Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-160 provides outside dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung NX1000 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Check the Olympus VG-160 and Samsung NX1000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the VG-160 against the NX1000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VG-160 and NX1000 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the VG-160 and NX1000.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The VG-160 using its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh harder and the Samsung NX1000 will produce extra detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.