Olympus VH-515 vs Samsung NX100
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Olympus VH-515 vs Samsung NX100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 152g - 102 x 60 x 21mm
- Launched August 2012
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 282g - 120 x 71 x 35mm
- Revealed September 2010
- Replacement is Samsung NX200
Olympus VH-515 vs Samsung NX100 Overview
Below is a thorough review of the Olympus VH-515 versus Samsung NX100, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the VH-515 (12MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is relatively close but the VH-515 (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe VH-515 was launched 24 months later than the NX100 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus VH-515 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the VH-515 grades versus the NX100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus VH-515 vs Samsung NX100 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VH-515 & Samsung NX100. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus VH-515 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VH-515 over the Samsung NX100
VH-515 | NX100 | |||
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Revealed | August 2012 | September 2010 | More recent by 24 months | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Olympus VH-515
NX100 | VH-515 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 614k | 460k | Crisper screen (+154k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus VH-515 and Samsung NX100
VH-515 | NX100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Olympus VH-515 vs Samsung NX100 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus VH-515 features external dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX100 has measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
Compare the Olympus VH-515 versus Samsung NX100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the VH-515 versus the NX100.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VH-515 and NX100 is 95 and 88 respectively.
Olympus VH-515 vs Samsung NX100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the VH-515 and NX100.
Clearly, each of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The VH-515 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Samsung NX100 will render greater detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer VH-515 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
Olympus VH-515 vs Samsung NX100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus VH-515 vs Samsung NX100 Specifications
Olympus VH-515 | Samsung NX100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus VH-515 | Samsung NX100 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2012-08-21 | 2010-09-14 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III+ | DRIMe Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 614k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | VGA AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 152g (0.34 pounds) | 282g (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 60 x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 62 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 563 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 420 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-50B | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $648 | $386 |