Samsung NX1 vs Samsung NX500

Following is a complete assessment of the Samsung NX1 and Samsung NX500, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are produced by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the NX1 (28MP) and the NX500 (28MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The NX1 was announced 4 months prior to the NX500 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the NX1 matches up against the NX500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX1 & Samsung NX500. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX1 Gallery & Samsung NX500 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX1 provides exterior measurements of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Samsung NX500 has dimensions of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX1 and Samsung NX500 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the NX1 against the NX500.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the NX1 and NX500 is 66 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The pic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1 and NX500.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of files but you should really factor the age of the products into consideration.