Nikon B500 vs Sony WX500
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Nikon B500 vs Sony WX500 Key Specs
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- 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
- Released February 2016
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- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5-6.4) lens
- 236g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
- Launched April 2015
- Replaced the Sony WX350
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Following is a complete comparison of the Nikon B500 and Sony WX500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the B500 (16MP) and the WX500 (18MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe B500 was unveiled 11 months after the WX500 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon B500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX500 being a Compact camera.
Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the B500 grades versus the WX500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix B500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The full galleries are available at Nikon B500 Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon B500 over the Sony WX500
| B500 | WX500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2016 |  | April 2015 | More modern by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Sony WX500 over the Nikon B500
| WX500 | B500 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon B500 and Sony WX500
| B500 | WX500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Tilting | Tilting screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 921k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither contains Touch screen |
Nikon B500 vs Sony WX500 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon B500 has got outside measurements of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Sony WX500 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).
Check out the Nikon B500 and Sony WX500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the B500 versus the WX500.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the B500 and WX500 is 68 and 91 respectively.
Nikon B500 vs Sony WX500 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The pic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the B500 and WX500.
As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony WX500 to give you extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher B500 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon B500 vs Sony WX500 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix B500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Sony |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix B500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2016-02-23 | 2015-04-14 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Bionz X |
| 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 23-900mm (39.1x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.0-6.5 | f/3.5-6.4 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
| Display size | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 921 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 1s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 7.4 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.90 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.40 m (with Auto ISO) |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, flash on, slow sync, flash off, rear sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB 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 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, XAVC S |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 541 grams (1.19 pounds) | 236 grams (0.52 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 114 x 78 x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 600 photos | 360 photos |
| Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | NP-BX1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at release | $300 | $348 |