Samsung NX500 vs Sony A450

Below is a complete analysis of the Samsung NX500 versus Sony A450, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the NX500 (28MP) and A450 (14MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The NX500 was released 5 years later than the A450 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A450 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the NX500 grades versus the A450 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX500 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX500 Gallery and Sony A450 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX500 has got external measurements of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs) whilst the Sony A450 has proportions of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") having a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the NX500 compared to the A450.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the NX500 and A450 is 87 and 65 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX500 and A450.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung NX500 to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 14MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The younger NX500 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.