Olympus VH-515 vs Samsung NX1100

Let's examine more in depth at the Olympus VH-515 versus Samsung NX1100, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the VH-515 (12MP) and NX1100 (20MP) and the VH-515 (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The VH-515 was unveiled 7 months earlier than the NX1100 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus VH-515 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the VH-515 scores vs the NX1100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VH-515 & Samsung NX1100. The full galleries are provided at Olympus VH-515 Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VH-515 has got physical measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung NX1100 has dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus VH-515 versus Samsung NX1100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the VH-515 against the NX1100.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the VH-515 and NX1100 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Generally, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The picture here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the VH-515 and NX1100.

Plainly, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The VH-515 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung NX1100 will result in extra detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged VH-515 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.