Samsung NX500 vs Sony ZV-1

The following is a thorough review of the Samsung NX500 versus Sony ZV-1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the NX500 (28MP) and ZV-1 (20MP) and the NX500 (APS-C) and ZV-1 (1") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX500 was introduced 6 years earlier than the ZV-1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the NX500 matches up versus the ZV-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX500 & Sony ZV-1. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX500 Gallery & Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung NX500 provides physical measurements of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs) and the Sony ZV-1 has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Examine the Samsung NX500 versus Sony ZV-1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the NX500 and the ZV-1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX500 and ZV-1 is 87 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The image underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the NX500 and ZV-1.

Plainly, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The NX500 with its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Samsung NX500 will deliver more detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged NX500 is going to be behind in sensor tech.