Samsung NX1100 vs Samsung NX500

Below, we will be comparing the Samsung NX1100 versus Samsung NX500, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both of them are designed by Samsung. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the NX1100 (20MP) and NX500 (28MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The NX1100 was revealed 22 months before the NX500 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the NX1100 grades against the NX500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX1100 and Samsung NX500. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1100 Gallery and Samsung NX500 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX1100 enjoys exterior dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Samsung NX500 has proportions of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Check the Samsung NX1100 versus Samsung NX500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the NX1100 compared to the NX500.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the NX1100 and NX500 is 90 and 87 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The visual below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the NX1100 and NX500.

All in all, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung NX500 to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older NX1100 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.