Samsung NX500 vs Sony A6300

Following is a complete assessment of the Samsung NX500 and Sony A6300, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX500 (28MP) and the A6300 (24MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The NX500 was revealed 12 months prior to the A6300 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the NX500 grades against the A6300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX500 and Sony Alpha a6300. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX500 Gallery and Sony A6300 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung NX500 enjoys outer dimensions of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs) whilst the Sony A6300 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") and a weight of 404 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the NX500 compared to the A6300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX500 and A6300 is 87 and 83 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The picture here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX500 and A6300.

As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung NX500 to render more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged NX500 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.