Nikon B500 vs Sony RX10 IV

Following is a detailed comparison of the Nikon B500 versus Sony RX10 IV, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the B500 (16MP) and the RX10 IV (20MP) is pretty similar but the B500 (1/2.3") and RX10 IV (1") boast different sensor sizes.

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The B500 was introduced 18 months earlier than the RX10 IV which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the B500 matches up against the RX10 IV when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix B500 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV. The whole galleries are available at Nikon B500 Gallery & Sony RX10 IV Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon B500 offers outside measurements of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 IV has sizing of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") along with a weight of 1095 grams (2.41 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the B500 and the RX10 IV.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the B500 and RX10 IV is 68 and 52 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing specifications. The pic here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the B500 and RX10 IV.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The B500 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Sony RX10 IV will offer greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged B500 is going to be behind in sensor technology.