Samsung NX500 vs Samsung ST6500

Here, we are reviewing the Samsung NX500 vs Samsung ST6500, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact and both are designed by Samsung. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the NX500 (28MP) and ST6500 (16MP) and the NX500 (APS-C) and ST6500 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The NX500 was released 4 years later than the ST6500 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the NX500 scores versus the ST6500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX500 & Samsung ST6500. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX500 Gallery & Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX500 offers exterior dimensions of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs) while the Samsung ST6500 has measurements of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the NX500 and the ST6500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX500 and ST6500 is 87 and 99 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at technical specs. The graphic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX500 and ST6500.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The NX500 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Samsung NX500 will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent NX500 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.