Canon SX500 IS vs Samsung NX2000

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Canon SX500 IS versus Samsung NX2000, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX500 IS (16MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is relatively similar but the SX500 IS (1/2.3") and NX2000 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX500 IS was launched 15 months before the NX2000 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX500 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX500 IS scores vs the NX2000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS & Samsung NX2000. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX500 IS Gallery & Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX500 IS enjoys exterior dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Samsung NX2000 has measurements of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX500 IS versus Samsung NX2000 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the SX500 IS against the NX2000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX500 IS and NX2000 is 80 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The pic below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX500 IS and NX2000.

To sum up, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SX500 IS due to its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Samsung NX2000 will offer more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged SX500 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.