Pentax X70 vs Samsung NX500

Its time to take a deeper look at the Pentax X70 versus Samsung NX500, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the X70 (12MP) and NX500 (28MP) and the X70 (1/2.3") and NX500 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The X70 was introduced 7 years earlier than the NX500 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the X70 matches up against the NX500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X70 & Samsung NX500. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax X70 Gallery & Samsung NX500 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax X70 features external measurements of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX500 has proportions of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax X70 versus Samsung NX500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the X70 against the NX500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X70 and NX500 is 71 and 87 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The graphic below will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the X70 and NX500.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The X70 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Samsung NX500 will render greater detail using its extra 16MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older X70 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.