Olympus VH-515 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Here is a complete comparison of the Olympus VH-515 versus Samsung Galaxy NX, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the VH-515 (12MP) and Galaxy NX (20MP) and the VH-515 (1/2.3") and Galaxy NX (APS-C) offer different sensor measurements.

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The VH-515 was brought out 10 months prior to the Galaxy NX which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VH-515 being a Compact camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the VH-515 grades against the Galaxy NX for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VH-515 and Samsung Galaxy NX. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VH-515 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus VH-515 offers exterior dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy NX has proportions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus VH-515 versus Samsung Galaxy NX in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the VH-515 versus the Galaxy NX.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VH-515 and Galaxy NX is 95 and 82 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The visual here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the VH-515 and Galaxy NX.

All in all, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The VH-515 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung Galaxy NX will offer you more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older VH-515 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.