Testseek.com have collected 106 expert reviews of the Samsung NX500 and the average rating is 84%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Samsung NX500.
April 2015
(84%)
106 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(88%)
90 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Greatlooking body
Powerful sensor
Feature packed
4K option
The image quality
Both in jpeg and RAW
Is excellent. Video quality is outstanding
Although we were not able to test the 4K output. Auto focus
Using both phase and contrast detection
Is fast. The camera has a luxurious fit
Finish and feel.
Attractive and well designed
The NX500 delivers great photo and video quality
Comfortable to hold
Easy menu and settings
Crisp and vibrant picture quality
Good wireless capabilities
The editors didn't like
Selfie mode gimmick is not needed
VERDICT The NX500
Like the NX1
Is an indication that Samsung intends to be a serious player in the camera business. It is a long way from the first Samsung DSLRs which were essentially rebadged Pentaxes. The NX1 and NX500 stand at the top level of compa
The RAW converter supplied in the camera is weird
Using bewildering terminology unique to Samsung. It will only be a stopgap until Adobe update Camera RAW
But for those who are stuck with the supplied software we recommend looking for an alternative. Th
A shallow manual may leave you scratching your head when it comes to connectivity and video playback
Video playback requires HEVC codec to be installed
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...
The Samsung NX500 is imperfect, but delivers where it counts: a strong sensor, good image quality and 4K video at less than $1,000.Tech Specs:Sensor Size & Type: BSI APC-C CMOS (1.5x Crop Factor)Effective Megapixels (DSLR Only): 28MPVideo Format: AVI, MP4...
Attractive and well designed, the NX500 delivers great photo and video quality
A shallow manual may leave you scratching your head when it comes to connectivity and video playback
The Samsung NX500 offers a lot of useful features, excellent video quality, and action-friendly performance that makes it a nice choice for families and travelers...
Abstract: In her Samsung NX500 review video, Angela Nicholson runs through the key specs, features and gives her verdict on the image quality.The Samsung NX1 that the NX500 is based on has the type of feature set that is designed to grab the attention of enthusiast...
Stylish, ergonomic design, Gorgeous flip-up OLED touch screen, Intuitive, smartphone-like controls and menus, True-color reproduction, Ultra-HD and 4K video capability
Weak dynamic range obscures detail in shadow areas, Autofocus less consistent than rival Sony a6000's, No built-in flash, and included external unit adds bulk, Videos in H.265 format require transcoding to view or edit
Samsung's new mainstream mirrorless camera has a handsome design and takes good-looking photos, but doesn't beat the rival Sony a6000...
Published: 2015-05-23, Author: Raymond , review by: mashable.com
28-megapixel resolution images, Fast autofocus, Flippable touchscreen for selfies, 4K video recording, Simple Wi-Fi and image editing features
Lacks electronic viewfinder, Plastic leatherette design, No built-in flash, You'll need to convert 4K footage to H.264
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Published: 2015-05-19, Author: Chris , review by: slashgear.com
Abstract: Is a bigger camera necessarily better? Or, put a different way, does a big sensor need to have a big body wrapped around it? Samsung would argue no, and the NX500 is its evidence. Distilling much of the NX1 into a form-factor only slightly larger than a p...
Lack of mirror allows camera to be more portable than a digital SLR, Interchangeable lenses allow you to use the best lens for the job, Auto mode takes surprisingly good pictures in most conditions, Specialized scene modes produce excellent results, 4K vi
A little pricey ($799 with kit lens), Auto-Focus doesn't work in certain conditions, 4K video capture using only part of the sensor is not ideal, No viewfinder
Published: 2015-04-29, Author: Jim , review by: pcmag.com
9fps burst shooting. 28-megapixel resolution. Fast autofocus. Tilting touch-screen display. Includes compact zoom lens. Dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. 4K video recording.
Limited burst shooting in Raw mode. Diminished wide-angle capabilities when shooting at 4K. Video requires transcoding for editing and playback. Bluetooth only works with Android devices. Lacks in-body flash. Doesn't include external charger. No mic input
The Samsung NX500 is a solid mirrorless camera with 4K recording capabilities, but it requires you to take some extra steps to edit video....
