Samsung NX500 vs Sigma SD14

Its time to examine more closely at the Samsung NX500 versus Sigma SD14, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the NX500 (28MP) and SD14 (5MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The NX500 was launched 8 years later than the SD14 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma SD14 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the NX500 grades versus the SD14 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX500 and Sigma SD14. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX500 Gallery and Sigma SD14 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung NX500 provides external dimensions of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs) while the Sigma SD14 has sizing of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") and a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Check the Samsung NX500 versus Sigma SD14 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the NX500 against the SD14.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the NX500 and SD14 is 87 and 59 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX500 and SD14.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Samsung NX500 to offer more detail utilizing its extra 23 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger NX500 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.