Samsung NX500 vs Sony a5100

Its time to examine more in depth at the Samsung NX500 and Sony a5100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX500 (28MP) and the a5100 (24MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The NX500 was unveiled 6 months later than the a5100 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the NX500 matches up against the a5100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX500 and Sony Alpha a5100. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX500 Gallery and Sony a5100 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX500 features 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) and the Sony a5100 has measurements of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX500 and Sony a5100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the NX500 and the a5100.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the NX500 and a5100 is 87 and 89 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The graphic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX500 and a5100.

To sum up, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung NX500 to result in extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively.