Samsung NX500 vs Sony A6400

Lets look more closely at the Samsung NX500 versus Sony A6400, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX500 (28MP) and the A6400 (24MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The NX500 was launched 4 years earlier than the A6400 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the NX500 grades vs the A6400 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX500 & Sony Alpha a6400. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX500 Gallery & Sony A6400 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Samsung NX500 has got physical 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 A6400 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") with a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the NX500 versus the A6400.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the NX500 and A6400 is 87 and 83 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The image here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the NX500 and A6400.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung NX500 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged NX500 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.