Panasonic GX9 vs Samsung NX500

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Panasonic GX9 versus Samsung NX500, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the GX9 (20MP) and NX500 (28MP) and the GX9 (Four Thirds) and NX500 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GX9 was announced 3 years after the NX500 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the GX9 scores vs the NX500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 & Samsung NX500. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GX9 Gallery & Samsung NX500 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GX9 offers external measurements of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") and a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Samsung NX500 has dimensions of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GX9 versus Samsung NX500 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the GX9 vs the NX500.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the GX9 and NX500 is 82 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The pic here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the GX9 and NX500.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GX9 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX500 will resolve extra detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher GX9 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.