Samsung NX500 vs Sony W230

Following is a extended review of the Samsung NX500 and Sony W230, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the NX500 (28MP) and W230 (12MP) and the NX500 (APS-C) and W230 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX500 was released 6 years after the W230 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W230 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the NX500 grades versus the W230 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX500 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and volume. The Samsung NX500 enjoys outside dimensions of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs) while the Sony W230 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX500 and Sony W230 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the NX500 against the W230.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the NX500 and W230 is 87 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing specs. The image underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX500 and W230.

All in all, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The NX500 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Samsung NX500 will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 16MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent NX500 will have an advantage in sensor tech.