Pentax K-500 vs Samsung NX210

Its time to look closer at the Pentax K-500 versus Samsung NX210, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the K-500 (16MP) and the NX210 (20MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (APS-C).

Photography Glossary

The K-500 was introduced 16 months after the NX210 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-500 being a Compact SLR camera and the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the K-500 scores against the NX210 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-500 and Samsung NX210. The whole galleries are available at Pentax K-500 Gallery and Samsung NX210 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-500 features physical dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs) and the Samsung NX210 has proportions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Examine the Pentax K-500 versus Samsung NX210 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the K-500 versus the NX210.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K-500 and NX210 is 64 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by going through specs. The picture below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the K-500 and NX210.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung NX210 to provide more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The newer K-500 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.