Panasonic S1 vs Samsung NX500

Here is a complete review of the Panasonic S1 and Samsung NX500, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the S1 (24MP) and the NX500 (28MP) is relatively close but the S1 (Full frame) and NX500 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.

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The S1 was announced 4 years later than the NX500 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the S1 grades vs the NX500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 and Samsung NX500. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Samsung NX500 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic S1 features outside measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") with a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) and the Samsung NX500 has specifications of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S1 and Samsung NX500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the S1 compared to the NX500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1 and NX500 is 54 and 87 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by researching specs. The graphic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1 and NX500.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S1 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Samsung NX500 will render greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The younger S1 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.