Panasonic G6 vs Samsung NX500

Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic G6 and Samsung NX500, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the G6 (16MP) and NX500 (28MP) and the G6 (Four Thirds) and NX500 (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The G6 was brought out 21 months earlier than the NX500 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the G6 grades against the NX500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 and Samsung NX500. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic G6 Gallery and Samsung NX500 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic G6 provides exterior measurements of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") along with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Samsung NX500 has sizing of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic G6 and Samsung NX500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the G6 against the NX500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G6 and NX500 is 74 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G6 and NX500.

As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G6 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX500 will deliver more detail having its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The older G6 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.