Panasonic LX100 II vs Samsung NX500

In this article, we are contrasting the Panasonic LX100 II and Samsung NX500, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the LX100 II (17MP) and NX500 (28MP) and the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and NX500 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The LX100 II was brought out 3 years later than the NX500 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the LX100 II matches up versus the NX500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II and Samsung NX500. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery and Samsung NX500 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic LX100 II comes with physical dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") and a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Samsung NX500 has specifications of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic LX100 II and Samsung NX500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the LX100 II versus the NX500.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LX100 II and NX500 is 81 and 87 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through technical specs. The visual below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the LX100 II and NX500.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The LX100 II featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX500 will provide extra detail having its extra 11MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more recent LX100 II is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.