Samsung NX500 vs Sony H55

The following is a in-depth review of the Samsung NX500 vs Sony H55, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the NX500 (28MP) and H55 (14MP) and the NX500 (APS-C) and H55 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The NX500 was introduced 4 years after the H55 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H55 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the NX500 grades against the H55 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX500 Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX500 has exterior measurements of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs) and the Sony H55 has measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

See the Samsung NX500 vs Sony H55 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the NX500 vs the H55.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX500 and H55 is 87 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching specifications. The image here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX500 and H55.

To sum up, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The NX500 with its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Samsung NX500 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 14MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent NX500 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.