Samsung NX500 vs Sony TX100V

On this page, we are reviewing the Samsung NX500 versus Sony TX100V, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the NX500 (28MP) and TX100V (16MP) and the NX500 (APS-C) and TX100V (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The NX500 was released 4 years later than the TX100V and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the NX500 matches up versus the TX100V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX500 Gallery and Sony TX100V Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung NX500 enjoys outer measurements of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs) whilst the Sony TX100V has specifications of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX500 versus Sony TX100V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the NX500 against the TX100V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the NX500 and TX100V is 87 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the NX500 and TX100V.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The NX500 due to its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Samsung NX500 will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively. The younger NX500 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.