Canon 1D X II vs Samsung NX500

Here, we are analyzing the Canon 1D X II vs Samsung NX500, former is a Pro DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the 1D X II (20MP) and NX500 (28MP) and the 1D X II (Full frame) and NX500 (APS-C) posses different sensor measurements.

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The 1D X II was launched 13 months after the NX500 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1D X II being a Large SLR camera and the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the 1D X II grades vs the NX500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS-1D X Mark II & Samsung NX500. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 1D X II Gallery & Samsung NX500 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D X II features physical measurements of 158mm x 168mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 1530 grams (3.37 lbs) and the Samsung NX500 has 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).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the 1D X II compared to the NX500.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 1D X II and NX500 is 50 and 87 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D X II and NX500.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1D X II featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Samsung NX500 will give more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The younger 1D X II provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.