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Panasonic ZS70 vs Samsung NX500

The Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70 (called Panasonic TZ90 in some regions) and the Samsung NX500 are two digital cameras that were officially introduced, respectively, in April 2017 and February 2015. The ZS70 is a fixed lens compact, while the NX500 is a mirrorless interchangeable lens camera. The cameras are based on a 1/2.3-inch (ZS70) and an APS-C (NX500) sensor. The Panasonic has a resolution of 20.2 megapixels, whereas the Samsung provides 28 MP.

Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison.

Headline Specifications
Panasonic ZS70
versus
Samsung NX500
Panasonic ZS70   Samsung NX500
Fixed lens compact camera Mirrorless system camera
24-720mm f/3.3-6.4 Samsung NX mount lenses
20.2 MP – 1/2.3" sensor 28 MP – APS-C sensor
4K/30p Video 4K/30p Video
ISO 80-3,200 (80 - 6,400) ISO 100-25,600 (100 - 51,200)
Electronic viewfinder (1166k dots) No viewfinder, LCD framing
3.0" LCD – 1040k dots 3.0" LCD – 1036k dots
Tilting touchscreen Tilting touchscreen
10 shutter flaps per second 9 shutter flaps per second
380 shots per battery charge370 shots per battery charge
112 x 67 x 41 mm, 322 g 120 x 64 x 43 mm, 287 g
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Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70 and the Samsung NX500? Which one should you buy? Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their imaging sensors, their shooting features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.

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Body comparison

The physical size and weight of the Panasonic ZS70 and the Samsung NX500 are illustrated in the side-by-side display below. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three successive views from the front, the top, and the rear are shown. All width, height and depth measures are rounded to the nearest millimeter.

The ZS70 can be obtained in two different colors (black, silver), while the NX500 is only available in black.

Size Panasonic ZS70 vs Samsung NX500
Compare ZS70 versus NX500 top
Comparison ZS70 or NX500 rear

If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Samsung NX500 is somewhat larger (2 percent) than the Panasonic ZS70. In this context, it is worth noting that neither the ZS70 nor the NX500 are weather-sealed.

The above size and weight comparisons are to some extent incomplete and possibly misleading, as the ZS70 has a lens built in, whereas the NX500 is an interchangeable lens camera that requires a separate lens. Attaching the latter will add extra weight and bulk to the setup.

The battery packs of both cameras can be charged via USB, which can be very convenient when travelling.

The adjacent table lists the principal physical characteristics of the two cameras alongside a wider set of alternatives. If you would like to visualize and compare a different camera combination, you can navigate to the CAM-parator app and make your selection from a broad list of cameras there.

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Body Specifications
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Panasonic ZS70 112 mm 67 mm 41 mm 322 g 380 i Apr 2017 US$ 449ebay.com
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Samsung NX500 120 mm 64 mm 43 mm 287 g 370 i Feb 2015 US$ 799ebay.com
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Canon SX720 110 mm 64 mm 36 mm 270 g 250 i Feb 2016 US$ 379ebay.com
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Canon SX730 110 mm 64 mm 40 mm 300 g 250 i Apr 2017 US$ 399ebay.com
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Canon SX740 110 mm 64 mm 40 mm 299 g 265 i Jul 2018 US$ 399 amazon.com
6.
 
Fujifilm XF10 113 mm 64 mm 41 mm 279 g 330 i Jul 2018 US$ 499ebay.com
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Kodak AZ901 139 mm 104 mm 119 mm 777 g 400 i Jan 2016 US$ 499 amazon.com
8.
 
Nikon D5500 124 mm 97 mm 70 mm 470 g 820 i Jan 2015 US$ 899ebay.com
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Nikon D5600 124 mm 97 mm 70 mm 465 g 970 i Nov 2016 US$ 699ebay.com
10.
 
Panasonic FZ80 130 mm 94 mm 119 mm 616 g 330 i Jan 2017 US$ 399ebay.com
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Panasonic FZ150 124 mm 82 mm 92 mm 528 g 410 i Aug 2011 US$ 499ebay.com
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Panasonic LX5 110 mm 65 mm 43 mm 271 g 400 i Jul 2010 US$ 499ebay.com
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Panasonic TS7 117 mm 76 mm 37 mm 319 g 300 i May 2018 US$ 449ebay.com
14.
 
Panasonic ZS80 112 mm 69 mm 42 mm 327 g 380 i Feb 2019 US$ 449ebay.com
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Ricoh GR II 117 mm 63 mm 35 mm 251 g 320 i Jun 2015 US$ 699ebay.com
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Sony A5100 110 mm 63 mm 36 mm 283 g 400 i Aug 2014 US$ 549ebay.com
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Sony A6000 120 mm 67 mm 45 mm 344 g 360 i Feb 2014 US$ 599ebay.com
Note: Measurements and pricing do not include easily detachable parts, such as add-on or interchangeable lenses or optional viewfinders.
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The price is, of course, an important factor in any camera decision. The retail prices at the time of the camera’s release place the model in the market relative to other models in the producer’s line-up and the competition. The ZS70 was launched at a lower price than the NX500, despite having a lens built in. Usually, retail prices stay at first close to the launch price, but after several months, discounts become available. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down.

Sensor comparison

The size of the sensor inside a digital camera is one of the key determinants of image quality. A large sensor will generally have larger individual pixels that offer better low-light sensitivity, provide wider dynamic range, and have richer color-depth than smaller pixels in a sensor of the same technological generation. Further, a large sensor camera will give the photographer additional creative options when using shallow depth-of-field to isolate a subject from its background. On the downside, larger sensors tend to be more expensive and lead to bigger and heavier cameras and lenses.

Of the two cameras under consideration, the Panasonic ZS70 features a 1/2.3-inch sensor and the Samsung NX500 an APS-C sensor. The sensor area in the NX500 is 1218 percent bigger. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have a format factor of, respectively, 5.6 and 1.5. The sensor in the ZS70 has a native 4:3 aspect ratio, while the one in the NX500 offers a 3:2 aspect.

Panasonic ZS70 and Samsung NX500 sensor measures

With 28MP, the NX500 offers a higher resolution than the ZS70 (20.2MP), but the NX500 nevertheless has larger individual pixels (pixel pitch of 3.63μm versus 1.18μm for the ZS70) due to its larger sensor. However, the ZS70 is a much more recent model (by 2 years and 2 months) than the NX500, and its sensor will have benefitted from technological advances during this time that enhance the light gathering capacity of its pixel-units. Coming back to sensor resolution, it should be mentioned that neither of the two cameras has an anti-alias filter installed, so they are able to capture all the detail the sensor resolves.

The resolution advantage of the Samsung NX500 implies greater flexibility for cropping images or the possibility to print larger pictures. The maximum print size of the NX500 for good quality output (200 dots per inch) amounts to 32.4 x 21.6 inches or 82.3 x 54.9 cm, for very good quality (250 dpi) 25.9 x 17.3 inches or 65.8 x 43.9 cm, and for excellent quality (300 dpi) 21.6 x 14.4 inches or 54.9 x 36.6 cm. The corresponding values for the Panasonic ZS70 are 25.9 x 19.4 inches or 65.8 x 49.4 cm for good quality, 20.7 x 15.6 inches or 52.7 x 39.5 cm for very good quality, and 17.3 x 13 inches or 43.9 x 32.9 cm for excellent quality prints.

The NX500 has on-sensor phase detect pixels, which results in fast and reliable autofocus acquisition even during live view operation.

The Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70 has a native sensitivity range from ISO 80 to ISO 3200, which can be extended to ISO 80-6400. The corresponding ISO settings for the Samsung NX500 are ISO 100 to ISO 25600, with the possibility to increase the ISO range to 100-51200.

Technology-wise, both cameras are equipped with BSI-CMOS (Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor) sensors. Both cameras use a Bayer filter for capturing RGB colors on a square grid of photosensors. This arrangement is found in most digital cameras.

ZS70 versus NX500 MP

Consistent information on actual sensor performance is available from DXO Mark for many cameras. This service is based on lab testing and assigns an overall score to each camera sensor, as well as ratings for dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), color depth ("DXO Portrait"), and low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports"). Of the two cameras under consideration, the NX500 offers substantially better image quality than the ZS70 (overall score 51 points higher). The advantage is based on 5.7 bits higher color depth, 3.3 EV in additional dynamic range, and 3.7 stops in additional low light sensitivity. The following table provides an overview of the physical sensor characteristics, as well as the sensor quality measurements for a selection of comparators.

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Sensor Characteristics
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(MP)
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Vert.
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Video
Format
DXO
Portrait
DXO
Landscape
DXO
Sports
DXO
Overall
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Panasonic ZS70 1/2.3 20.2 5184 38884K/30p19.110.610636
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Samsung NX500 APS-C 28.0 6480 43204K/30p24.813.9137987
3.
 
Canon SX720 1/2.3 20.2 5184 38881080/60p20.311.881748
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Canon SX730 1/2.3 20.2 5184 38881080/60p20.511.992450
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Canon SX740 1/2.3 20.2 5184 38884K/30p20.612.1105051
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Fujifilm XF10 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/15p24.013.4184483
7.
 
Kodak AZ901 1/2.3 20.2 5184 38881080/30p20.311.780648
8.
 
Nikon D5500 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.114.0143884
9.
 
Nikon D5600 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.114.0130684
10.
 
Panasonic FZ80 1/2.3 18.0 4896 36724K/30p20.511.990049
11.
 
Panasonic FZ150 1/2.3 12.0 4000 30001080/60p19.410.913240
12.
 
Panasonic LX5 1/1.7 10.0 3648 2736720/60p19.610.813241
13.
 
Panasonic TS7 1/2.3 20.2 5184 38884K/30p20.612.1102851
14.
 
Panasonic ZS80 1/2.3 20.2 5184 38884K/30p20.712.2110352
15.
 
Ricoh GR II APS-C 16.1 4928 32641080/30p23.613.7107880
16.
 
Sony A5100 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p23.812.7134780
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Sony A6000 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.113.1134782
Note: DXO values in italics represent estimates based on sensor size and age.
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Many modern cameras are not only capable of taking still images, but also of capturing video footage. The two cameras under consideration both have sensors whose read-out speed is fast enough to capture moving pictures, and both provide the same movie specifications (4K/30p).

Feature comparison

Apart from body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a variety of features. For example, the ZS70 has an electronic viewfinder (1166k dots), which can be very helpful when shooting in bright sunlight. In contrast, the NX500 relies on live view and the rear LCD for framing. The following table reports on some other key feature differences and similarities of the Panasonic ZS70, the Samsung NX500, and comparable cameras.

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Core Features
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(Type or
000 dots)
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Panel
(yes/no)
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(inch/000 dots)
LCD
Attach-
ment
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Screen
(yes/no)
Max
Shutter
Speed *
Max
Shutter
Flaps *
Built-in
Flash
(yes/no)
Built-in
Image
Stab
1.
 
Panasonic ZS701166 i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/2000s 10.0/s i i
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Samsung NX500i i3.0 / 1036 tilting i 1/6000s 9.0/s i i
3.
 
Canon SX720i i3.0 / 922 fixed i 1/3200s 5.9/s i i
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Canon SX730i i3.0 / 922 tilting i 1/3200s 5.9/s i i
5.
 
Canon SX740i i3.0 / 922 tilting i 1/3200s 10.0/s i i
6.
 
Fujifilm XF10i i3.0 / 1040 fixed i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
7.
 
Kodak AZ901202 i3.0 / 920 swivel i 1/2000s 5.0/s i i
8.
 
Nikon D5500optical i3.2 / 1037 swivel i 1/4000s 5.0/s i i
9.
 
Nikon D5600optical i3.2 / 1037 swivel i 1/4000s 5.0/s i i
10.
 
Panasonic FZ801166 i3.0 / 1040 fixed i 1/2000s 10.0/s i i
11.
 
Panasonic FZ150202 i3.0 / 460 swivel i 1/2000s 12.0/s i i
12.
 
Panasonic LX5optional i3.0 / 460 fixed i 1/4000s 2.5/s i i
13.
 
Panasonic TS71170 i3.0 / 1040 fixed i 1/1300s 10.0/s i i
14.
 
Panasonic ZS802330 i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/2000s 10.0/s i i
15.
 
Ricoh GR IIoptional i3.0 / 1230 fixed i 1/4000s 4.0/s i i
16.
 
Sony A5100i i3.0 / 922 tilting i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
17.
 
Sony A60001440 i3.0 / 922 tilting i 1/4000s 11.0/s i i
Note: *) Information refers to the mechanical shutter, unless the camera only has an electronic one.
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Both cameras have an articulated rear screen that can be turned to be front-facing. This feature will be particularly appreciated by vloggers and photographers who are interested in taking selfies.

The reported shutter speed information refers to the use of the mechanical shutter. Yet, some cameras only have an electronic shutter, while others have an electronic shutter in addition to a mechanical one. In fact, the ZS70 is one of those camera that have an additional electronic shutter, which makes completely silent shooting possible. However, this mode is less suitable for photographing moving objects (risk of rolling shutter) or shooting under artificial light sources (risk of flickering).

The Samsung NX500 has an intervalometer built-in. This enables the photographer to capture time lapse sequences, such as flower blooming, a sunset or moon rise, without purchasing an external camera trigger and related software.

Concerning the storage of imaging data, both the ZS70 and the NX500 write their files to SDXC cards. Both cameras can use UHS-I cards, which provide for Ultra High Speed data transfer of up to 104 MB/s.

Connectivity comparison

For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70 and Samsung NX500 and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.

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Input-Output Connections
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Panasonic ZS70istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Samsung NX500istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
3.
 
Canon SX720istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
4.
 
Canon SX730istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
5.
 
Canon SX740istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
6.
 
Fujifilm XF10istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
7.
 
Kodak AZ901istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
8.
 
Nikon D5500istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
9.
 
Nikon D5600istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
10.
 
Panasonic FZ80istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
11.
 
Panasonic FZ150istereo / iiimini2.0iii
12.
 
Panasonic LX5imono / monoiimini2.0iii
13.
 
Panasonic TS7istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
14.
 
Panasonic ZS80istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
15.
 
Ricoh GR IIistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
16.
 
Sony A5100istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
17.
 
Sony A6000istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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It is notable that the NX500 has a hotshoe, which makes it possible to easily attach optional accessories, such as an external flash gun. The ZS70 does not feature such an accessory-socket.

Both the ZS70 and the NX500 have been discontinued, but can regularly be found used on ebay. The ZS70 was replaced by the Panasonic ZS80, while the NX500 does not have a direct successor. Further information on the features and operation of the ZS70 and NX500 can be found, respectively, in the Panasonic ZS70 Manual (free pdf) or the online Samsung NX500 Manual.

Review summary

So what is the bottom line? Is the Panasonic ZS70 better than the Samsung NX500 or vice versa? Below is a summary of the relative strengths of each of the two contestants.

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Arguments in favor of the Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70:

  • Easier framing: Has an electronic viewfinder for image composition and settings control.
  • Less disturbing: Has an electronic shutter option for completely silent shooting.
  • Ready to shoot: Has a lens built-in, whereas the NX500 requires a separate lens.
  • Sharper images: Has hand-shake reducing image stabilization built-in.
  • More affordable: Was introduced at a lower price, despite coming with a built-in lens.
  • More modern: Reflects 2 years and 2 months of technical progress since the NX500 launch.

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Reasons to prefer the Samsung NX500:

  • More detail: Has more megapixels (28 vs 20.2MP), which boosts linear resolution by 20%.
  • Better image quality: Scores substantially higher (51 points) in the DXO overall evaluation.
  • Richer colors: Generates noticeably more natural colors (5.7 bits more color depth).
  • More dynamic range: Captures a broader range of light and dark details (3.3 EV of extra DR).
  • Better low-light sensitivity: Can shoot in dim conditions (3.7 stops ISO advantage).
  • Better live-view autofocus: Features on-sensor phase-detection for more confident autofocus.
  • Faster shutter: Has higher mechanical shutter speed (1/6000s vs 1/2000s) to freeze action.
  • Easier time-lapse photography: Has an intervalometer built-in for low frequency shooting.
  • More flexible: Takes interchangeable lenses and can thus be used with specialty optics.
  • Better lighting: Features a hotshoe and can thus hold and trigger an external flash gun.
  • Easier device pairing: Supports NFC for fast wireless image transfer over short distances.
  • Easier wireless transfer: Supports Bluetooth for image sharing without cables.
  • More heavily discounted: Has been around for much longer (launched in February 2015).

If the number of relative strengths (bullet points above) is taken as a guide, the NX500 is the clear winner of the contest (13 : 6 points). However, the relevance of individual strengths will vary across photographers, so that you might want to apply your own weighing scheme to the summary points when reflecting and deciding on a new camera. A professional wildlife photographer will view the differences between cameras in a way that diverges from the perspective of a family photog, and a person interested in architecture has distinct needs from a sports shooter. Hence, the decision which camera is best and worth buying is often a very personal one.

ZS70 06:13 NX500

How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Panasonic ZS70 and the Samsung NX500 place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best Superzoom Camera and Best Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera listings whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop.

In any case, while the specs-based evaluation of cameras can be instructive in revealing their potential as photographic tools, it remains incomplete and does no justice, for example, to the way the ZS70 or the NX500 perform in practice. User reviews that are available, for instance, at amazon can sometimes shed light on these issues, but such feedback is all too often partial, inconsistent, and inaccurate.

Expert reviews

This is why expert reviews are important. The adjacent summary-table relays the overall verdicts of several of the most popular camera review sites (amateurphotographer [AP], cameralabs [CL], digitalcameraworld [DCW], dpreview [DPR], ephotozine [EPZ], photographyblog [PB]). As can be seen, the professional reviewers agree in many cases on the quality of different cameras, but sometimes their assessments diverge, reinforcing the earlier point that a camera decision is often a very personal choice.

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Expert Camera Reviews
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Panasonic ZS70..+ +....4/54/5 Apr 2017 US$ 449ebay.com
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Samsung NX5004.5/5....81/1005/54.5/5 Feb 2015 US$ 799ebay.com
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Canon SX720..+....4/54.5/5 Feb 2016 US$ 379ebay.com
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Canon SX730..+....4/54/5 Apr 2017 US$ 399ebay.com
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Canon SX740..+3.5/5..4/54/5 Jul 2018 US$ 399 amazon.com
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Fujifilm XF10....4/575/1004/54.5/5 Jul 2018 US$ 499ebay.com
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Kodak AZ901........3.5/53/5 Jan 2016 US$ 499 amazon.com
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Nikon D55005/5+..79/1004.5/54.5/5 Jan 2015 US$ 899ebay.com
9.
 
Nikon D56004/5..4/579/1004.5/54/5 Nov 2016 US$ 699ebay.com
10.
 
Panasonic FZ80..+ +....4.5/54.5/5 Jan 2017 US$ 399ebay.com
11.
 
Panasonic FZ1503/5+ +..76/1004/54.5/5 Aug 2011 US$ 499ebay.com
12.
 
Panasonic LX54/5+..73/1004.5/54.5/5 Jul 2010 US$ 499ebay.com
13.
 
Panasonic TS7..+......3.5/5 May 2018 US$ 449ebay.com
14.
 
Panasonic ZS80..+ +....4.5/5.. Feb 2019 US$ 449ebay.com
15.
 
Ricoh GR II........4.5/54.5/5 Jun 2015 US$ 699ebay.com
16.
 
Sony A51004.5/5+....4.5/55/5 Aug 2014 US$ 549ebay.com
17.
 
Sony A60005/5+4.5/580/1004.5/55/5 Feb 2014 US$ 599ebay.com
Note: (+ +) highly recommended; (+) recommended; (o) reviewed; (..) not available.
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The review scores listed above should be treated with care, though. The ratings were established in reference to similarly priced cameras that were available in the market at the time of the review. A score, therefore, has to be seen in close connection to the price and market introduction time of the camera, and comparing ratings of very distinct cameras or ones that are far apart in terms of their release date have little meaning. Also, please note that some of the review sites have changed their methodology and reporting over time.

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Specifications: Panasonic ZS70 vs Samsung NX500

Below is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features.

Camera Specifications
Camera Model Panasonic ZS70 Samsung NX500
Camera Type Fixed lens compact camera Mirrorless system camera
Camera Lens 24-720mm f/3.3-6.4 Samsung NX mount lenses
Launch Date April 2017 February 2015
Launch Price USD 449 USD 799
Sensor Specs Panasonic ZS70 Samsung NX500
Sensor Technology BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor Format 1/2.3" Sensor APS-C Sensor
Sensor Size 6.17 x 4.55 mm 23.5 x 15.7 mm
Sensor Area 28.0735 mm2 368.95 mm2
Sensor Diagonal 7.7 mm 28.3 mm
Crop Factor 5.6x 1.5x
Sensor Resolution 20.2 Megapixels 28 Megapixels
Image Resolution 5184 x 3888 pixels 6480 x 4320 pixels
Pixel Pitch 1.18 μm 3.63 μm
Pixel Density 71.80 MP/cm2 7.59 MP/cm2
Moiré control no AA filter no AA filter
Movie Capability 4K/30p Video 4K/30p Video
ISO Setting 80 - 3,200 ISO 100 - 25,600 ISO
ISO Boost 80 - 6,400 ISO 100 - 51,200 ISO
Image Processor Venus DRIMe Vs
DXO Sensor Quality (score) 36 87
DXO Color Depth (bits) 19.1 24.8
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) 10.6 13.9
DXO Low Light (ISO) 106 1379
Screen Specs Panasonic ZS70 Samsung NX500
Viewfinder Type Electronic viewfinder no viewfinder
Viewfinder Field of View 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.46x
Viewfinder Resolution 1166k dots
LCD Framing Live View Live View
Rear LCD Size 3.0inch 3.0inch
LCD Resolution 1040k dots 1036k dots
LCD Attachment Tilting screen Tilting screen
Touch Input Touchscreen Touchscreen
Shooting Specs Panasonic ZS70 Samsung NX500
Focus System Contrast-detect AF On-Sensor Phase-detect
Manual Focusing AidFocus PeakingFocus Peaking
Max Shutter Speed (mechanical) 1/2000s 1/6000s
Continuous Shooting 10 shutter flaps/s 9 shutter flaps/s
Electronic Shutterup to 1/16000sno E-Shutter
Time-Lapse Photographyno IntervalometerIntervalometer built-in
Fill Flash Built-in Flash Built-in Flash
Storage Medium SDXC cards SDXC cards
Single or Dual Card Slots Single card slot Single card slot
UHS card support UHS-I UHS-I
Connectivity Specs Panasonic ZS70 Samsung NX500
External Flash no Hotshoe Hotshoe
USB Connector USB 2.0 USB 2.0
HDMI Port micro HDMI micro HDMI
Wifi Support Wifi built-in Wifi built-in
Near-Field Communication no NFC NFC built-in
Bluetooth Support no Bluetooth Bluetooth built-in
Body Specs Panasonic ZS70 Samsung NX500
Battery Type Panasonic DMW-BLG10 Samsung BP1130
Battery Life (CIPA)380 shots per charge370 shots per charge
In-Camera Charging USB charging USB charging
Body Dimensions 112 x 67 x 41 mm
(4.4 x 2.6 x 1.6 in)
120 x 64 x 43 mm
(4.7 x 2.5 x 1.7 in)
Camera Weight 322 g (11.4 oz) 287 g (10.1 oz)
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