Samsung NX500 vs Sigma SD15

The following is a thorough assessment of the Samsung NX500 and Sigma SD15, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sigma. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the NX500 (28MP) and SD15 (5MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The NX500 was revealed 5 years after the SD15 which is quite a sizable 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 Sigma SD15 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the NX500 grades versus the SD15 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX500 & Sigma SD15. The full galleries are provided at Samsung NX500 Gallery & Sigma SD15 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX500 offers outer dimensions of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs) and the Sigma SD15 has measurements of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the NX500 against the SD15.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX500 and SD15 is 87 and 59 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The pic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX500 and SD15.

All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Samsung NX500 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 23 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger NX500 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.