Samsung NX500 vs Sony W650

In this article, we will be reviewing the Samsung NX500 vs Sony W650, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the NX500 (28MP) and W650 (16MP) and the NX500 (APS-C) and W650 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The NX500 was announced 3 years later than the W650 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W650 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the NX500 grades against the W650 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX500 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX500 Gallery & Sony W650 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX500 has outer measurements 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 W650 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the NX500 vs the W650.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the NX500 and W650 is 87 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The photograph here will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX500 and W650.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NX500 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Samsung NX500 will render greater detail with its extra 12MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger NX500 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.