Olympus VH-410 vs Samsung NX1100

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Olympus VH-410 versus Samsung NX1100, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the VH-410 (16MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the VH-410 (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The VH-410 was brought out 7 months earlier than the NX1100 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VH-410 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the VH-410 grades against the NX1100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VH-410 and Samsung NX1100. The entire galleries are available at Olympus VH-410 Gallery and Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus VH-410 provides physical measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1100 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Check out the Olympus VH-410 versus Samsung NX1100 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 are using at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the VH-410 versus the NX1100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the VH-410 and NX1100 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The pic underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the VH-410 and NX1100.

To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The VH-410 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung NX1100 will give extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged VH-410 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.