Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Samsung GX-1S

Following is a in depth review of the Olympus XZ-2 iHS and Samsung GX-1S, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the XZ-2 iHS (12MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the XZ-2 iHS (1/1.7") and GX-1S (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

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The XZ-2 iHS was brought out 7 years after the GX-1S which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus XZ-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the XZ-2 iHS grades against the GX-1S when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus XZ-2 iHS and Samsung GX-1S. The entire galleries are available at Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery and Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus XZ-2 iHS comes with physical measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") along with a weight of 346 grams (0.76 lbs) while the Samsung GX-1S has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus XZ-2 iHS and Samsung GX-1S in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the XZ-2 iHS compared to the GX-1S.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XZ-2 iHS and GX-1S is 85 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading a spec sheet. The pic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the XZ-2 iHS and GX-1S.

Clearly, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The XZ-2 iHS due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Olympus XZ-2 iHS will offer you extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher XZ-2 iHS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.