Samsung NX500 vs Sony A7c

Here, we will be comparing the Samsung NX500 vs Sony A7c, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX500 (28MP) and the A7c (24MP) is relatively similar but the NX500 (APS-C) and A7c (Full frame) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The NX500 was brought out 6 years before the A7c which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the NX500 scores against the A7c with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX500 & Sony Alpha A7c. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX500 Gallery & Sony A7c Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung NX500 comes with external measurements of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs) whilst the Sony A7c has sizing of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).

See the Samsung NX500 vs Sony A7c in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the NX500 vs the A7c.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX500 and A7c is 87 and 78 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specifications. The image below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX500 and A7c.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The NX500 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX500 will offer more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged NX500 is going to be behind in sensor technology.