Samsung NX500 vs Sony NEX-7

In this write-up, we are looking at the Samsung NX500 vs Sony NEX-7, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX500 (28MP) and the NEX-7 (24MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The NX500 was introduced 3 years after the NEX-7 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the NX500 matches up against the NEX-7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX500 and Sony Alpha NEX-7. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX500 Gallery and Sony NEX-7 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX500 has physical measurements of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs) and the Sony NEX-7 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

Look at the Samsung NX500 vs Sony NEX-7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the NX500 against the NEX-7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX500 and NEX-7 is 87 and 84 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The pic below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the NX500 and NEX-7.

As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Samsung NX500 to give you extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively. The more recent NX500 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.