Nikon P7000 vs Samsung NX500

Here, we are analyzing the Nikon P7000 versus Samsung NX500, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the P7000 (10MP) and NX500 (28MP) and the P7000 (1/1.7") and NX500 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

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The P7000 was announced 5 years prior to the NX500 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P7000 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the P7000 matches up versus the NX500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P7000 and Samsung NX500. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P7000 Gallery and Samsung NX500 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P7000 has got external dimensions of 114mm x 77mm x 45mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 1.8") and a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Samsung NX500 has specifications of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Check out the Nikon P7000 versus Samsung NX500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the P7000 vs the NX500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the P7000 and NX500 is 85 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The photograph below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the P7000 and NX500.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The P7000 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX500 will render extra detail with its extra 18 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The older P7000 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.