Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Samsung NX500

Below, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Samsung NX500, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (24MP) and the NX500 (28MP) is pretty similar and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-Pro2 was announced 12 months after the NX500 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm X-Pro2 scores versus the NX500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Samsung NX500. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-Pro2 Gallery and Samsung NX500 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 enjoys exterior dimensions of 141mm x 83mm x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Samsung NX500 has specifications of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Samsung NX500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and the NX500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and NX500 is 74 and 87 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing technical specs. The image below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and NX500.

As you can tell, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung NX500 to deliver more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-Pro2 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.