Excellent image quality – high resolution and low noise, Impressive autofocus – fast and accurate, Extensive video recording options, including 4K
Small, fiddly control dials, OLED screen can be difficult to see in bright light, No electronic viewfinder option
When Samsung told us it planned to put the NX1s sensor into a smaller, cheaper camera, we were pretty excited at the prospect, and the NX500 goes a long way towards meeting our expectations. It offers excellent image quality, incredibly sophisticated aut...
While we believe that the value of 100Hz and a Full HD resolution are negligible, the important part of the package is a flat panel LCD which is a strong performer in most areas and outstanding in others.Samsung LE32B650 ...
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Published: 2016-05-16, Author: Rex , review by: 4k.com
28MP BSI CMOS sensor (APS-C), DRIMe Vs processor, Samsung NX lens mount, Hybrid autofocus system, 3" flip-up touch Super AMOLED display, 9 fps continuous shooting, 4K/UHD video recording, Wi-Fi with NFC and Bluetooth
No viewfinder, Slow maximum frame rate, Non-weatherproof build, Limited 4K video functionality
If you approach the NX500 as a midrange mirrorless camera, it is among the best in its class. However, when comparing it to the flagship NX1 its limitations quickly become noticeable. For the photographer looking for an ultra portable stills shooter, you...
Abstract: No other camera category has seen as much innovation and novelty as the mirrorless market over the past several years, and the latest crop of models are a testament to that. They're driving forward not only new features but more compact designs targeted a...
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Published: 2015-11-09, Author: Jeff , review by: dpreview.com
Those seeking a compact camera with top-notch photo and video quality in a compact, inexpensive body
28MP BSI CMOS sensor, Outstanding dynamic range and low light image quality, Bright and sharp tilting touchscreen Super AMOLED display, Fast, accurate hybrid autofocus system, Effective Tracking AF, especially for video and continuous focus on faces and o
The NX500 is one of the most impressive midrange mirrorless cameras, with excellent photo and video quality, good ergonomics, and a broad feature set. Those serious about 4K video may be put off by the large crop factor, and the lack of an EVF may also di...
Published: 2015-09-15, Author: Dan , review by: theverge.com
Abstract: If you're taking pictures, chances are you're using a smartphone. Smartphones are great portable cameras because they generally take decent photos and are always in our pockets. But they aren't particularly capable photographic tools and can really strugg...
Published: 2015-08-21, Author: Jack , review by: shutterbug.com
My initial exposure to the Samsung NX500, on a press tour to Hawaii, left me with a very good feeling about the camera. It practically made me a convert to the mirrorless genre. I hadn't expected the NX500 to deliver a fraction of what it succeeded in cap...
