Samsung NX500 vs Sony A6500

Here, we will be matching up the Samsung NX500 versus Sony A6500, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX500 (28MP) and the A6500 (24MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The NX500 was introduced 20 months before the A6500 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the NX500 grades against the A6500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX500 and Sony Alpha a6500. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX500 Gallery and Sony A6500 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung NX500 comes with outside dimensions of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs) and the Sony A6500 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 53mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.1") and a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX500 versus Sony A6500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the NX500 compared to the A6500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the NX500 and A6500 is 87 and 81 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading specs. The image underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX500 and A6500.

All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung NX500 to offer more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged NX500 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.