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5 February 2015
With its flagship's sensor in a compact $800 package, the Samsung NX500 features an articulated 3.0-inch AMOLED display with 1.04m dots. The 28-megapixel APS sensor uses phase detect autofocus and can capture 4K video.
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The kit lens is a compact 16-50mm (24-75mm 35mm equivalent) f3.5-5.6 power zoom lens.
FEATURES
Highlights of the Samsung NX500 include:
- 28.2 MP APS-C BSI image sensor
- 4K & UHD video recording
- 9-fps sustained burst with AF
- 1/6000th top shutter speed
- 3.0-inch FVGA Super AMOLED flip up display
- ISO 100 to 25,600
- 802.11ac WiFi with "always connected" Bluetooth
- Samsung Auto Shot technology
IN THE BOX
The retail package includes:
- Samsung NX500 mirrorless digital camera
- 16-50mm f3.5-5.6 ED OIS power zoom lens
- SEF-8A hot shoe mount flash unit
- BP1130 Lithium-ion battery
- USB wall charger
- Micro USB cable
- Body cap
- Lens caps
- Strap
- Samsung 1-year warranty
PRICE & AVAILABILITY
Available in March, the NX500 will retail for $799 in a black, white or brown body with the kit lens and can be pre-ordered now from Adorama.