Canon M3 vs Samsung NX500

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Canon M3 vs Samsung NX500, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the M3 (24MP) and the NX500 (28MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The M3 was launched very close to the NX500 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the M3 scores vs the NX500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M3 & Samsung NX500. The complete galleries are provided at Canon M3 Gallery & Samsung NX500 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Canon M3 provides outside dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) and the Samsung NX500 has specifications of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the M3 against the NX500.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the M3 and NX500 is 85 and 87 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The picture below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the M3 and NX500.

To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung NX500 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively.