Nikon B500 vs Sony HX100V
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![Nikon Coolpix B500 front Nikon Coolpix B500 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-B500/Nikon-B500-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX100V/Sony-HX100V-front.jpg)
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Nikon B500 vs Sony HX100V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-900mm (F3.0-6.5) lens
- 541g - 114 x 78 x 95mm
- Introduced February 2016
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 27-810mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 577g - 122 x 87 x 93mm
- Revealed October 2011
- Later Model is Sony HX200V
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Nikon B500 vs Sony HX100V Overview
Here, we are looking at the Nikon B500 vs Sony HX100V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the B500 (16MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The B500 was announced 4 years after the HX100V which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the B500 grades vs the HX100V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon B500 vs Sony HX100V Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix B500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The whole galleries are available at Nikon B500 Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon B500 over the Sony HX100V
B500 | HX100V | |||
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Revealed | February 2016 | ![]() | October 2011 | More modern by 53 months |
Reasons to pick Sony HX100V over the Nikon B500
HX100V | B500 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Nikon B500 and Sony HX100V
B500 | HX100V | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 921k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Nikon B500 vs Sony HX100V Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon B500 offers exterior dimensions of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Sony HX100V has sizing of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon B500 vs Sony HX100V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the B500 against the HX100V.
![Nikon B500 vs Sony HX100V size comparison Nikon B500 vs Sony HX100V size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-B500-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX100V-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the B500 and HX100V is 68 and 66 respectively.
![Nikon B500 vs Sony HX100V top view buttons comparison Nikon B500 vs Sony HX100V top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-B500-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX100V-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon B500 vs Sony HX100V Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The pic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the B500 and HX100V.
As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of photos but you might want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher B500 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
![Nikon B500 vs Sony HX100V sensor size comparison Nikon B500 vs Sony HX100V sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-B500-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX100V-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon B500 vs Sony HX100V Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon B500 vs Sony HX100V Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon B500 vs Sony HX100V Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-B500-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX100V-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon B500 vs Sony HX100V Specifications
Nikon Coolpix B500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix B500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2016-02-23 | 2011-10-21 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-900mm (39.1x) | 27-810mm (30.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-6.5 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.4 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.90 m (at Auto ISO) | 12.70 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 541 gr (1.19 lb) | 577 gr (1.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 78 x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 122 x 87 x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 600 photos | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $300 | $429 |