Samsung NX100 vs Sony WX500

Here, we will be contrasting the Samsung NX100 vs Sony WX500, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX100 (15MP) and the WX500 (18MP) is pretty close but the NX100 (APS-C) and WX500 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX100 was brought out 5 years before the WX500 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX500 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the NX100 grades vs the WX500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX100 Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung NX100 features external measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony WX500 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the NX100 vs the WX500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the NX100 and WX500 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The picture here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the NX100 and WX500.

As you can see, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The NX100 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony WX500 will result in more detail having its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged NX100 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.